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Are you a Registered Nurse or a frontline team member working in Adult Social Care and passionate about shaping the […]

I had the honour of attending a parliamentary reception organised by Care England and hosted by Lord Kamall. It was […]

THURSDAY 15th July 2025 10.00 am until 12 O’clock Venue: Microsoft Teams   1000: Welcome and House Keeping. Karen Holley: Care […]

Are you a care home manager or do you work in a non-nursing residential care home in England? Do you […]

In social care, excellence is often quietly delivered in the most challenging of circumstances. Yet, it is in these moments […]

For too long, research has been seen as something that belongs to academics—a world of white coats, PhDs, and complex […]

CQC LGBT+ Network We are proud to be marching once again with the Out Standing Diversity Forum at Manchester Pride. […]

The VIVALDI team had a truly wonderful visit to Springwood Care Home this week. Springwood is part of the Sheffcare […]

This year’s Brighton & Hove Pride LGBTQ+ Community Parade, set for Saturday 2nd August 2025, carries a theme that speaks […]

The VIVALDI team recently enjoyed a heartwarming visit to Cavendish Park, a beautiful care home that is part of the […]

As we age, life is more challenging because of the decline in physical and mental health. Imagine a friend with […]

Care Show London once again proved to be a highlight of the year so far, with a buzzing atmosphere, strong […]

Professor Deborah Sturdy – Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care took time at the recent Care Show to thank all […]

Zoë, Scarlett, and Andrea—together with members of the South East Regional Social Care Nursing Advisory Council—would like to wish all […]

At this year’s Care Show, the CQC shared updates on their dementia strategy in the Outstanding Society Learning Lounge. While […]

Life is challenging and filled with stress. Challenges, stresses, and difficulties exist for everyone from birth until death. Every person […]

A huge thank you to the incredible team at Care Show London for making it possible for us to host […]

The Outstanding Society’s Learning Lounge What a fantastic event!    A huge congratulations to the team at Care Show London for delivering […]

We are delighted to share that applications for the Social Care Nurse Research Internship and Social Care Nurse Research Champions […]

What is a positive culture in care homes? A positive culture in care homes can promote resident well-being, staff satisfaction, […]

We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone to The OS Learning Lounge at Care Show London — now just under three […]

A new year brings a new beginning; see new places, try new things, meet new people, and most importantly, set […]

Infections like flu, urine infections, diarrhoea, and vomiting are prevalent in older adults in care homes and often cause severe […]

Mental health is about how people think, feel, and behave. Healthcare professionals treating mental health issues can help people cope […]

Since its inception in 2014, The Outstanding Society has grown beyond measure.  Its reach has expanded significantly since becoming a […]

Learning disability nurses are qualified nurses with additional training, knowledge, and skills to help people with learning disabilities manage their […]

February marks LGBT+ History Month in the UK—a time to celebrate the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and reflect on the […]

Random Acts of Kindness Day is a global celebration dedicated to inspiring and encouraging acts of kindness in communities, workplaces, […]

Ashleigh Fox As a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD), I have had the privilege of working closely with many people […]

The VIVALDI Social Care team visited Westcombe Park BUPA Care Home in Blackheath, London, on Wednesday, as part of their […]

VIVALDI Social Care: Reducing Infections, Improving Lives The VIVALDI Social Care Team is excited to announce the launch of data […]

The Chairs of the seven regional Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils (SCNACs) were proud to host a virtual update on their progress. The event featured insights from Deborah Sturdy, Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, and Duncan Burton, Chief Nursing…

Chay Brown, Director of Operations + Director for Healthcare at TransActual is due to be a guest speaker for our LGBT+ […]

Eight leading care sector representatives and dementia advocates came together to discuss the importance of maintaining independence for people living […]

Brakes, the UK’s leading foodservice wholesaler, has announced the launch of its new “Essential Guide To Care Home Catering”, a […]

World Mental Health Day, Founded by the World Federation for Mental Health is celebrated every year on October 10th. This […]

In a sector that prides itself on delivering person-centred care, it is crucial that we ensure every individual, regardless of […]

OS Learning Lounge The Outstanding Society’s Learning Lounge made its return to the Care Show at NEC Birmingham this week, […]

The Outstanding Society (OS) was established in 2021 as a Community Interest Company (CIC) as a platform for sharing and […]

The Out Standing Diversity Forum are delighted to share this Outstanding guide. Researchers from the University of Kent, in collaboration with […]

Insights from People who receive support with Learning Disabilities and Autism On Friday, 27th October, Sanjay Dhrona of The Close […]

In the care sector, attracting outstanding talent is essential to delivering high-quality care, meeting regulatory standards, and maintaining a strong […]

Today we hope to see social media awash with green as our supporters and providers share their participation and support […]

The integration of NHS numbers with Social Care data marks a significant advancement in the quest to better understand and […]

Many may not realise that Artificial Intelligence (AI) was first introduced in 1956. It seems almost strange that this term […]

Care homes are continuously evolving to address the delivery of outstanding care. A significant development within care homes involves the […]

VIVALDI Social Care is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Camascope. This expansion builds on its existing collaborations […]

Pride celebrations, marked by vibrant parades, rainbow flags, and a sense of joy, are much more than just festivities. They […]

The King’s Birthday Honour List 2024 has recognized a remarkable group of individuals for their exceptional contributions to social care. […]

Burnout among Home Managers is a growing concern, especially highlighted during the recent Mental Health Awareness Week. Home Managers play […]

Have you got your free ticket to our June virtual meeting? – If not, you can secure one below.   […]

The Directors of the OS are very pleased to be invited to participate in some of the discussion panels at […]

Today our Director Zoe Fry OBE, is still on a high from the wonderful Florence Nightingale Commemoration Service 2024, held […]

You may have seen us talk about SCNACs and wondered “What is SCNACs?” Well, here’s an explanation from Professor Deborah […]

One exciting opportunity awaits the cultivation of future leaders. The demand for proficient home and deputy managers continues to surge. […]

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The Learning Louge is back! Everyone at the Outstanding Society is very excited to be back at the EXCEL for […]

At our opening session of the Birmingham NEC Care Show in October 2023, ‘Have an Outstanding Inspection Day. Climbing the […]

At our opening session of the Birmingham NEC Care Show in October 2023, ‘Have an Outstanding Inspection Day. Climbing the […]

The Outstanding Society are delighted to announce that The Out Standing Diversity Forum are proudly marching in the London Pride […]

In the dynamic landscape of the care sector, choosing the right recruitment partner is a strategic move. It extends beyond […]

We are delighted to announce that after eighteen months of co-production, VIVALDI Social Care has gained ethical and governance approvals […]

I was privileged to be invited to #CNOSummit2023 to represent Adult Social Care. This was the most inspiring two days […]

The Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils (SCNACs) express immense delight in announcing that Emily Pimm, one of our recently appointed […]

The impact of Adult Social Care Nurses extends far beyond the individuals they care for. They provide peace of mind […]

Caring Homes has published a news event on their website celebrating the appointment of Deputy Manager Leanne to South West […]

London, September 12th, 2024 On Thursday, September 12th, the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils (SCNACs) hosted their inaugural event at […]

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The Social Care Nursing Advisory Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Caron Sanders-Crook as Chair and Victoria Hulstrom […]

Supporting Care Workers Through the Loss of a Client: Building Resilience in a Compassionate Field Care work is known as […]

This month, The Maples Care Home, part of Bracebridge Healthcare, proudly hosted an inspiring visit from The VIVALDI Social Care […]