Welcome to another update on What’s New in Adult Social Care, where we share the latest courses and resources for health and social care managers and teams in Sussex, including:
As part of MS-UK’s work to raise awareness of multiple sclerosis (MS), they are offering free online MS sessions for care and support professionals (or volunteers) who may be supporting people with multiple sclerosis.
Date: Friday 10th October 2025
Time: 10:00am – 11:30pm
The session will cover:
This interactive webinar, hosted on Monday 8th December 2025 between 14:00pm – 15:00pm, will explore delirium in people living with dementia, highlighting how to recognise early signs, understand risk factors, and respond effectively. Designed for both healthcare professionals and family carers, the session will offer practical strategies for prevention and management, real-life examples, and opportunities for questions.
Our latest newsletter focuses on how we can attract, support, and develop younger workers entering care. Inside, you’ll find resources and opportunities to strengthen recruitment, induction, and career development for the next generation of professionals.
Read this week’s edition here: https://mailchi.mp/7f8f4fee3011/mile-pathway-29th-september-2025-newsletter
Date: Thursday 30th October or Thursday 11th December 2025
Time: 10:00am – 15:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Zoom
Cost: £250+VAT per person – 10% discount is available for ASC-WDS account holders.
Suitable for: Leaders, senior leaders and managers.
Please note: Registrations for the October seminar close on Friday 24th October.
Seminar overview:
This session focuses on how to shape a culture where people feel included, supported, and able to thrive. You’ll explore practical tools like the Culture Iceberg model and the positive culture toolkit, and learn how to challenge unhelpful workplace habits while creating space for something better. It’s a chance to reflect, build confidence, and take away ideas you can start using with your team.
Benefits of attending:
Applications are open for a unique opportunity to help registered health and care professionals across Kent, Surrey and Sussex develop their research skills and confidence.
📌 Funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and hosted by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, the programme will run for three years, supporting 23 interns annually with awards of up to £10,000 each.
💡 Internships are tailored to your learning needs and career goals, with opportunities at four levels:
• Stepping into research
• Growing in research
• Research delivery leadership
• Clinical/practitioner academic leadership
✅ What’s included?
• Placements
• Mentorship
• Academic modules
• Small-scale research projects
This inclusive programme particularly welcomes applicants from under-represented groups and professions, with a strong focus on public and patient involvement.
Applications close: 31st October 2025
Find out more and apply here → https://arc-kss.nihr.ac.uk/news/empowering-future-researchers-new-nihr-health-and-care-professionals-internship-programme-launches
As always, What’s New in Adult Social Care brings together training, events, and resources for care teams and managers across Sussex. Here are some of this week’s highlights:
To mark Falls Prevention Week, Digital Care Hub are running a 2 part mini-series on the power of sensor-based technology. Find out more and register by following the links below:
Wellbeing in Focus: Sensor Technology and the Care Journey
Tuesday 23rd September 2025
14:00pm – 15:30pm
Part one of a two-part mini-series exploring the benefits of sensor-based technology from both care organisation and service user perspectives. Includes insights and data from Sensio on wellbeing and sleep, and real experiences from care providers already using this technology. Click here to find out more and register →
Beyond falls: How sensor tech is unlocking safer, calmer care
Wednesday 24th September 2025
14:00pm – 15:30pm
Part two of the mini-series looking beyond falls prevention to the wider benefits of sensor technology, such as improved sleep and wellbeing. Featuring data from Ally Cares, contributions from Care England, and guest talks from providers sharing their experiences. Click here to find out more and register →
The National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) has launched NAPA Learning Space, a new online hub for learning and professional development.
You can now access over 150 flexible, interactive, sector-specific courses designed for activity providers, care teams, and organisations. The courses are CPD-accredited and priced individually, allowing you to choose what suits your needs.
Click here to find out more and register for an account to browse courses and prices →
This week’s focus is on partnership working. Collaboration across health, social care, and local government continues to shape how support is delivered, demonstrating how stronger connections across our sector can help us meet challenges, share learning, and improve outcomes for the people we support.
In this issue, we highlight networking and learning opportunities for care managers to strengthen effective partnerships, alongside key guidance to support further understanding.
Our focus here is on working with colleagues in health and care. In a future edition, we will look more closely at co-production and working alongside people with lived experience.
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