ADASS

We no longer post on X. Find us on LinkedIn or Bluesky.

[Partners in Care and Health @ptnrscarehealth]

Join us for Session 2 of What good looks like in retention of regulated professionals to hear practical learning and council examples on improving retention in adult social care.

Book for session 2 - https://t.co/cDzC90Jhm4

#LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #Workforce #Retention

[ADASS @1adass]

Chris Lehmann and @DrCNeedham share insights from a research workshop at our #SpringSeminar2026. They discuss the challenges for our members in undertaking research projects in adult social care and untapped key areas for inquiry.
Read their blog: https://t.co/YILToHz9hU

[ADASS @1adass]

We are delighted to launch our revised Joint Working Protocol with @CareQualityComm. The new agreement sets out how we will continue to work together to promote quality and safety for those who draw on Adult Social Care. Learn more here: https://t.co/o32KvCx1q4

[ADASS @1adass]

ADASS Research Committee member Steve Crocker shares insights on ‘Big R’ and ‘small r’ research in adult social care. He writes that both matter and contribute to stronger evidence-informed organisations.
Read his blog. https://t.co/V04CrH3Vjh

[ADASS @1adass]

'The greatest transformation in my career has been the rise of voices of lived experience.' Retired DASS, Mel Lock, shares her reflections on her distinguished career in adult social care. Read her full blog: https://t.co/OVDjgcF6QF

[Partners in Care and Health @ptnrscarehealth]

Join this webinar on the updated approach to local authority assessments & what it means for councils preparing for CQC assessment. Hear from Chris Badger & Mary Cridge, with live Q&A

Register: https://t.co/U8O8xOCvpf

#LocalGov #LGA #ADASS #AdultSocialCare #OT #CQC #SocialCare

[ADASS @1adass]

“No one knows what’s coming around the corner.”

After his epilepsy diagnosis, Dave didn’t think independent living would be possible.

With the right care and support, including TEC, he’s now thriving.

Read or watch Dave's story:
https://t.co/lBrbiJ07Qr

#CareCantWait

[ADASS @1adass]

Ending #springseminar2026 on a high with a captivating - and often challenging - talk on attitudes to inclusion from Professor Tom Shakespeare (far right) along w/contributions from 91yo David, expertly opened by @MelanieNottsDA & closed by our new Vice President Rashpal Bishop.

[ADASS @1adass]

@fazeela_hafejee and @MelanieNottsDA are part of a panel on day 3 of the Spring Seminar to discuss why ASC and partners are still struggling to improve the outcomes and experiences of young people as they move into adulthood.

[ADASS @1adass]

Andrew Dilnot, @jillongovt and @clentonF take the stage for the final plenary of day 2 at the Spring Seminar, focusing on how we use our public and private influence to shape the Casey Commission.

As Clenton Farquharson puts it: “Reports do not change lives, responses do.”

[ADASS @1adass]

Our members dedicate their professional lives to supporting unpaid carers.

But many of them are carers themselves.

We made space for a raw, powerful and inspiring storytelling session to share their experiences of being a carer.

[ADASS @1adass]

Phil Holmes took the stage this morning at the Spring Seminar as the new ADASS President.

His message is clear:
“Adult social care reform is not about health conditions, it’s about human rights.”

Read his full speech👇
https://t.co/0Bdi4r9J7O

[ADASS @1adass]

@SarahSjmac
joined a discussion on social housing providers and community centres.

She said:

“Housing is an untapped potential resource, we can use tenure type to indicate who is going to need adult social care and support”

[ADASS @1adass]

@geoffmulgan @jessmcparrott @MelanieNottsDA @CareQualityComm @DrCNeedham @LynRomeo_CSW @keymn1 @CathieW1lliams @sharonallenarhc Regional workshops include a hugely popular session on the @NWADASS EDI Network. Ruth Wilson shared her experiences of racism at work and the importance of speaking up, while Sue Lightup talked about being a female manager in the 1980s and pushing boundaries. #springseminar2026

[ADASS @1adass]

Our brilliant outgoing President, @jessmcparrott from Camden, opens the ADASS 'Spring Seminar' annual conference, welcoming adult social care leaders and people who draw on support from across the country. Excited for 3 days of new ideas, challenge and inspirational storytelling.

[ADASS @1adass]

@geoffmulgan @jessmcparrott @MelanieNottsDA @CareQualityComm @DrCNeedham @LynRomeo_CSW @keymn1 Elsewhere at #SpringSeminar2026, a delicate but vital topic is being discussed by a group of participants in 'Bringing life to years, not years to life - the role of adult #socialcare in end of life care and support'. @CathieW1lliams @sharonallenarhc @jessmcparrott

[ADASS @1adass]

"My carers do what they do out of love & care. They help enable me to be the person I was born to be. I am happier than I have ever been in my adult life."

Rick Nelms, Service User, @ArthurRankHouse, speaking today at our Spring Seminar on end of life care & support.