News from the Council Spring/Summer 2023

The Council had hoped to hold another webinar in the early summer and worked closely with our colleagues at the Care Quality Commission to arrange a joint venture.  However, a number of factors intervened and in the end it was not possible to stage the event. Work continues to find ways in which we can collaborate with CQC and others to continue our series of web events looking at topics that matter to those working in Health and Social Care and our Champions.

We are delighted to welcome Alex Lewney to the Council, Alex has been a long-term supporter of the Dignity Campaign and is particularly interested in ensuring that we include intellectual diversity in what we produce. Alex’s personal statement is included on the website on the Council pages.

Trustees and Council members have continued to represent the Council and promote the campaign in a range of forums.

Jan Burns MBE has again participated in the Staffordshire Dignity Award panels, and spoken at a conference in Kirklees and Wolverhampton.

Lesley Flatley has been active in her local registered managers group as well as continuing to find imaginative ways of promoting dignity with residential care. She has also completed this years calendar which is now available on the website.

Rekha Elaswarapu has been working hard on some new training courses and ensuring that dignity is core to the learning taking place.

Clare Copleston has started a new job, and is bringing her strong commitment to Dignity to her new working  environment.

Alan Clarke MBE has been meeting with local councils and ensuring that dignity is on their agendas. 

Roisin Burton, Liz Taylor and Rekha Elaswarapu have been judging the Great British Care Awards for Adult Social Care, Learning Disabilities and Housing.