What’s new in adult social care? – 11th May 2026
Welcome to another edition of What’s New in Adult Social Care, sharing a selection of the latest learning opportunities and resources for health and social care managers and teams across Sussex.
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Sussex Digital In Reach Team Learning opportunities
A range of free sessions are available throughout May to support social care providers with the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and wider digital and cyber awareness.
Republish your DSPT in your Lunch Hour
Dates: 12th, 19th, 26th May 2026
Time: 12:30pm – 13:30pm
Description:
These informal sessions guide you through the DSPT, helping you understand each section and how to complete it.
Click here to find out more and register →
Lock the Digital Door – Going Beyond the DSPT
Date: 13th May 2026
Time: 13:30pm – 14:30pm
Description:
This session explores cyber risks and practical steps to reduce them, building on DSPT requirements and recent local incidents.
Click here to find out more and register →
Practical DSPT Workshop for Social Care Providers in Hove
Date: 14th May 2026
Time: 14:30pm – 16:30pm
Location: Freedom Works Creative Hub, BN3 6HA
Format: In-person
Description:
A hands-on workshop offering step-by-step support to help you complete the DSPT.
Click here to find out more and register →
DSPT Support Session Ahead of 30th June Deadline
Date: 21st May 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Description:
Focused support session covering common challenges such as records of processing, information asset registers, business continuity and the national data opt-out.
Click here to find out more and register →
When Cyber Attacks Happen – Real Stories from Sussex
Date: 21st May 2026
Time: 14:30pm – 15:30pm
Description:
This session shares real examples of cyber incidents, exploring what happened and the key lessons for providers.
Click here to find out more and register →
DSPT Support Session Ahead of 30th June Deadline
Date: 29th May 2026
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Description:
Focused support session covering common challenges such as records of processing, information asset registers, business continuity and the national data opt-out.
Click here to find out more and register →
Free Webinar on Supporting Residents Experiencing Weight Loss
This webinar for Sussex Care Homes, hosted by NHS Surrey & Sussex ICB, will focus on recognising when weight loss may be a concern and responding appropriately to support residents’ health and wellbeing.
The session will include input from dietitians, hospice professionals and community nurses, covering:
- Practical approaches to nutritional care and food fortification
- Making referrals and escalating concerns appropriately
- Supporting residents who are not eating towards the end of life
- Topics including oral health, swallowing difficulties, pressure care and mealtime environments
- Quality and safety expectations around nutritional care
There will also be a live Q&A panel, offering an opportunity to ask questions and hear from professionals across health and care services.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Wednesday 10th June 2026
- 14:00pm – 16:00pm
Handling complaints in adult social care
Handled well, complaints are not just something to resolve, but something to learn from. They offer valuable insight into people’s experiences, highlight risks, and create opportunities for improvement.
This newsletter brings together guidance, tools, and training to help you respond to complaints confidently and use feedback to strengthen practice.
New ‘Care about Care’ campaign launched
A new national campaign has launched to raise the profile of adult social care and ensure the voices of those working in, and relying on, care are heard by Government.
Led by Providers Unite, the campaign calls for greater investment in the care workforce, the people who draw on care and support, and the providers delivering services across the UK.
Sussex Digital In-Reach Team workshops
A range of free sessions are available throughout May to support social care providers with the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and wider digital and cyber awareness.
Republish your DSPT in your Lunch Hour
Dates: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th May 2026
Time: 12:30pm – 13:30pm
Description:
These informal sessions guide you through the DSPT step by step, helping you understand each section and how to complete it.
Click here to find out more and register →
DSPT Support Session Ahead of 30th June Deadline
Date: 6th May 2026
Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm
Description:
Focused support session covering common challenges such as records of processing, information asset registers, business continuity and the national data opt-out.
Click here to find out more and register →
Lock the Digital Door – Going Beyond the DSPT
Date: 13th May 2026
Time: 13:30pm – 14:30pm
Description:
This session explores cyber risks and practical steps to reduce them, building on DSPT requirements and recent local incidents.
Click here to find out more and register →
Practical DSPT Workshop for Social Care Providers in Hove
Date: 14th May 2026
Time: 14:30pm – 16:30pm
Location: Freedom Works Creative Hub, BN3 6HA
Format: In-person
Description:
A hands-on workshop offering step-by-step support to help you complete the DSPT.
Click here to find out more and register →
DSPT Support Session Ahead of 30th June Deadline
Date: 21st May 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Description:
Focused support session covering common challenges such as records of processing, information asset registers, business continuity and the national data opt-out.
Click here to find out more and register →
When Cyber Attacks Happen – Real Stories from Sussex
Date: 21st May 2026
Time: 14:30pm – 15:30pm
Description:
This session shares real examples of cyber incidents, exploring what happened and the key lessons for providers.
Click here to find out more and register →
DSPT Support Session Ahead of 30th June Deadline
Date: 29th May 2026
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Description:
Focused support session covering common challenges such as records of processing, information asset registers, business continuity and the national data opt-out.
What’s new in adult social care? – 27th April 2026
Welcome to another edition of What’s New in Adult Social Care, sharing a selection of the latest learning opportunities and resources for health and social care managers and teams across Sussex.
Free toolkits to support meaningful activity and engagement
National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) has recently shared three new resources to support meaningful activity and engagement in care homes.
Free online toolkits:
Celebrating Intergenerational Activities
Supports activity providers to plan and deliver intergenerational experiences that are intentional, inclusive and meaningful. Includes practical activity ideas, guidance and useful resources to support delivery.
Click here to access the toolkit →
Celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Created to support Care Home Open Week (15th–21st June 2026), this toolkit offers football-themed activity ideas to help services bring people together. Includes suggestions for movement, music, food and reminiscence to support engagement and connection.
Click here to access the toolkit →
Technology in Activity Provision
Supports care and activity teams to use technology in simple, practical ways to enhance engagement. Includes real examples and ideas designed to build confidence and support flexible, person-centred practice.
Click here to access the toolkit →
West Sussex ASC Provider Briefing
This briefing for adult social care providers in West Sussex offers an opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and stay up to date with key developments across the sector.
Event details:
- Date: Thursday 7th May 2026
- Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
- Venue: Online
- Cost: Free
Strengthen your influence & impact
As a leader, your influence is shaped by how clearly you communicate, how well you understand others, and how intentionally you show up in everyday moments.
Inspired by the NHS South East Leadership Academy’s ‘Strengthen Your Impact’ webinar series, this edition brings together practical ways to build leadership and influencing skills that can be applied in day-to-day practice.
Click here to read the latest newsletter →
