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My Home Life England
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We support quality of life in adult social care – through professional support and development programmes for care leaders, connecting care services to communities, and ongoing research. Part of City St George's, University of London. myhomelife.org.uk
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Great to see from the programme's evaluation that the latest Cohort of our Professional Support and Development Programme (PSDP) in Surrey has led to significant outcomes - both for the participating care leaders, and for the services they lead!

Learn more here 👉 myhomelife.org.uk/surrey-marks...
Graphic says: The impact of our latest PSDP in Surrey: For participants: Stronger leadership and communication skills. Greater ability to manage stress and support staff wellbeing. More confidence handling inspections & safeguarding challenges Wider impact: More empowered and proactive teams. Reduced staff sickness. Improved morale. Clearer communication and relationships with families. Better collaboration with external partners, including GPs and community groups.
December 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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We're at NCASC 2025! Come visit us at stand E40 to hear:

- The latest impact data from our professional support development programmes, demonstrating how we're supporting leadership & quality in care settings

- How our innovative research projects are shaping a better future for adult social care
Tom from MHLE and Victoria from The CWC stand smiling by our stall. Behind them are 2 banners and the table is filled with flyers and goodies.
November 27, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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"A very good session full of knowledge and advice. It really made me think about how I can support my team to think of ways to help each individual resident to thrive and live a fulfilling life whilst in our care."

👇 Sign-up to our next Thriving workshop on Nov 19:
myhomelife.org.uk/online-works...
Care leader adds thoughts to a poster saying Thrive Actively
October 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Essex Council has been working with My Home Life England since 2009. We asked Lesley Cruickshank, Quality Innovation Manager, why they continue to commission our Professional Support and Development Programmes.

Here’s what she said 👇
“We know how challenging and isolating care leadership can be. This programme helps build vital connections, leadership skills, and a sense of support — it’s our way of giving back.”
October 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Facilitators, forward-thinking, and fresh ideas!

We had a fantastic session bringing together our core team with some of our facilitator network – who make our projects and programmes happen.

We reflected on what's going well, what we might improve, and shared creative ideas to shape future work.
14 members of the My Home Life England core team and facilitator network
October 3, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Our research lead Bethany went to Belgium's KU Leuven University to examine Dr Vissers’ PhD thesis, & also presented our ‘Thriving in Residential Care’ research.

It was interesting to hear how care provision differs between the UK & Belgium, and to explore what Thriving can mean for care practice.
Dr Bethany Morgan Brett presenting our Thriving in Residential Care research Dr Bethany Morgan Brett and Dr Julie Vissers
September 9, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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Great to be at the South East Social Care Alliance Annual Conference recently.

Our Programme Manager Sharon spoke about the important role that professional development plays in supporting high quality leadership and empowering the workforce, as well as the benefits of international recruitment.
Our Programme Manager Sharon presenting Our Programme Manager Sharon presenting about My Home Life England An over-shoulder shot of a lady intently reading a My Home Life England flyer
September 4, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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It's September and we're gearing up for an exciting few months ahead:

We're continuing to deliver our Professional Support and Development Programmes to leaders across the country.

We're speaking at conferences, webinars & events.

Later this autumn we'll be launching new research – so stay tuned!
Inside a care home lounge, an older lady dressed in a grey cardigan and seated in a wheelchair, smiles alongside a carer in her blue uniform. the carer has her hand on the lady's shoulder and is also smiling to camera
September 1, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Meet Fraser Rickatson - our new Development Board member!

Fraser is currently Policy Manager at Care England.

Hear Fraser's passion and vision for social care, commitment to long-term reform, and what he hopes to achieve through his new role on our Board.

👉 myhomelife.org.uk/fraser-ricka...
Development Board Member - Fraser Rickatson Fraser is Policy Manager at Care England. He leads Care England’s work on funding, workforce, and reform, shaping national debates and influencing government policy, as well as directing the organisation’s media and public affairs strategy. Committed to long-term reform, Fraser works to secure the stability providers need to continue delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Fraser shares: “I was drawn to join My Home Life England’s Board because I hugely admire the organisation’s unique approach to championing care.” “My hope is to bring my policy and advocacy experience to strengthen My Home Life England’s voice, but also to learn from its incredible community of leaders and practitioners.” “I want to play a part in ensuring that social care is celebrated for its humanity, compassion, and resilience, while also helping to build a system that gives providers the stability they need to keep delivering outstanding care.”
August 29, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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📈 Really positive impact data from our Cheshire West & Chester programme!

More confident and relational leadership led to more engaged and self sufficient teams

Those receiving care & support received more proactive, consistent and compassionate care, and a more positive overall care environment
The impact of our Cheshire West and Cheshire programme on the Care Leaders, plus the wider impact on their Care Services Programme outcome: Increased confidence and self-awareness Change in practice: More emotionally intelligent leadership Clearer, calmer decision-making Impact on care service: More consistent, reassuring care Stronger relationships with people receiving care and support Programme outcome: Leaders empowering and trusting their teams Change in practice: Staff feeling ownership and taking the initiative Less dependence on the manager Impact on care service: Increased attentiveness Faster, more proactive responses to the needs of people receiving care and support Programme outcome: Teams reflect, talk, and solve problems together Change in practice: Improved team communication and engagement Impact on care service: Smoother day-to-day support People receiving care and support feel safer and more involved
August 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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👋 Hello Bluesky!

We support quality of life in adult social care, through:

- Professional Support and Development Programmes that empower the care workforce.

- Supporting stronger connections between care services and local communities.

- Research to support the sector.

Web: myhomelife.org.uk
An older lady living in a care home is seated in a care home lounge. She wears a white jacket, floral top and glasses. She is smiling at a care assistant, who has leaned in and smiles at the camera.
August 6, 2025 at 12:35 PM