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Leading Through Change

Change is constant in health and social care, from new policies and funding models to shifts in workforce structure and expectations. Effective leaders help their teams navigate these transitions with confidence, clarity, and compassion. They communicate a shared vision, model resilience, and create the conditions for continuous learning and improvement.

This week’s resources focus on leading through change. Explore the learning opportunities and tools below to strengthen your leadership approach and support others throughout the process of change.

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Sussex Digital In-Reach Team DSPT In-Person Workshops

These in-person workshops are for social care providers who are completing or updating their Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT).

The sessions will guide you step-by-step through each section of the toolkit, offering practical support to help you meet the required standards. Whether you’re publishing for the first time or republishing, you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to ensure your toolkit is complete, compliant, and meaningful for your service.

Workshop details:

  • Tuesday 11th November 2025, 2:30pm – 4:30pm Freedom Works, Hove Book here →
  • Wednesday 21st January 2026, 2:30pm – 4:30pm The Palace Workspace, Hastings Book here →

Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Cyber in Care webinar series

This three-part webinar series series aims to help care providers build resilience, protect data, and ensure continuity of care in the face of modern cyber threats. Hosted by the Cyber Centre of Excellence, Care England & Digital Care Hub, each practical session will also include a 30-minute Q&A. 

Workshop 1: How much should you know?
Wednesday 12th November 2025
12:00pm – 13:30pm

An introductory webinar for anyone taking their first steps toward improving cyber awareness and safety. The session underscores that a strong awareness of cyber risks, governance, and response planning is essential for every organisation involved in care.
Click here to find out more and register →

Workshop 2: The Deep, the Dark and the Hidden Dangers
Wednesday 21st January 2026
12:00pm – 13:30pm

Learn how data travels between the the surface, deep and dark web, helping you uncover the hidden risks that could be exposing your service to breaches.
Click here to find out more and register →

Workshop 3: Resilience, Recovery & Incident Response
Wednesday 25th February 2026
12:00pm – 13:30pm

This session covers business continuity and recovery planning to reduce the risk. It will equip you with ready-to-use templates and checklists to strengthen your organisation’s resilience.
Click here to find out more and register →

Managing meds with confidence: Practical steps for safer care

This webinar, hosted by Skills for Care in partnership with the Outstanding Society, offers practical guidance to help care providers strengthen their approach to medicines optimisation and embed good practice into everyday routines.

Attendees will hear from homecare and residential providers, as well as sector specialists, who will share examples of outstanding practice and tools to build staff confidence and competence. The session also explores how to meaningfully involve people in decisions about their medicines to support person-centred care.

Date: Tuesday 9th December 2025
Time:
14:00pm – 15:00pm

Click here to find out more and register →

How can older people thrive in care homes?

Join My Home Life England, the National Care Forum and Surrey County Council on 20th October for a discussion on the transformative impact of the Thriving in Residential Care research, one of the largest qualitative studies exploring the experiences of older people living in care homes.

The free session will explore how the research can support care teams, improve service quality, and influence CQC ratings. Sarah Rajendram, Commissioning Manager at Surrey County Council, will also share how Surrey is using the findings to shape future care home provision.

Click here to sign up for the webinar →

New sessions added to the South East Autumn–Winter Career Series!

These newly added sessions explore different topics and offer varied opportunities. They are interactive and open to all health and care professionals in the South East. You can join one or as many as you like, depending on what’s most relevant for you or your team.

#IAmRemarkable: 6th November, 12:30pm – 14:00pm

A pilot workshop with Dr Tisha Patel. This 90-minute session empowers individuals to celebrate their achievements and challenge the stigma around self-promotion.

Find out more and register →

Leading Through Change: 4th December, 12:00pm – 13:30pm

Explore how to guide your team with care and clarity during times of transition.

Find out more and register →

Emotional Wellbeing Through Change: 13th January, 12:00pm – 13:30pm

Learn how to support yourself and others during periods of change.

Find out more and register →

Communicating Change: 11th February, 12:00pm – 13:30pm

Discover how to communicate with transparency and impact when navigating change.

Find out more and register →

See the full list of sessions in the series →

MS Awareness training for care providers

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:

  • What is MS?
  • Symptoms that may impact on wellbeing
  • A personal insight into living well with MS
  • Symptom management and wellness – what support do people with MS need?
  • MS-UK services and how we can support the MS community and their allies
  • How care and support workers can support people on their MS journey

Click here to find out more and register→

Delirium & Dementia: Recognising, Responding, and Supporting Together

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. 

Click here to find out more and register →

Webinar series: The power of sensor-based technology

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 →

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