In Practice

A report by care specialists, Newton, argues that tens of thousands of adults who need care could live more independently if long-awaited care sector reforms give councils the ability to reshape services, rather than handing control over to the NHS.

A social worker discusses the reality of working as a mental health social worker and best interest assessor for vulnerable adults in care homes and discharge units during Covid. And how visiting restrictions affected residents’ mental health, and that of their relatives.