It is generally accepted that the health and social care sector is facing some of its greatest challenges to date. People are living longer; there has been an increase in the number of people suffering from diseases such as dementia; and there is a general lack of funding for community services. The impact on society […]
NHS Continuing Healthcare is a package of care funded entirely by the NHS for individuals who have complex, ongoing needs. To be considered eligible for this type of funding, which is not means tested, an individual has to demonstrate that they have a primary health need, which means that their need for care and support […]
The Coronavirus Act 2020 amends key legislation in light of the current pandemic and aims to alleviate the burden on those areas which are most affected. Health and social care is an area that is under immense pressure and already scarce resources are being called on to help manage the impact of the virus on […]