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31 Jul 2017 - 10:55

null Using technology to support people with dementia

Technology has so much to offer people living with dementia and their carers: access to information, advice and entertainment, as well as reassurance for a carer who does not live near a loved one. Used sensitively and thoughtfully, technology enhances, rather than replaces human relationships and interactions.   Find out more and access examples in SCIE's new dementia and technology... See more
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31 Jul 2017 - 09:29

null Helping inactive people become active

Thrive is a digital toolkit and learning resource which offers practical steps and suggestions to support inactive people become active and improve their wellbeing. It is supported by a broad range of partners across Scotland and the UK, who have collaborated in its development and who all share a common goal of getting more people active. Who is Thrive for? It is for practitioners who... See more
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25 Jul 2017 - 14:11

null Support the development of an app rating locations, venues and shops on their accessibility

Please show your support for the proposal to develop the 'Accessibility ratings' app - an app that allows the public to rate and comment on locations, venues and shops on their accessibility. The proposed development is through a program called ‘App Movement' by Digital Civics.   This is a not-for-profit project and in order to get to the design stage the... See more
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25 Jul 2017 - 14:12

null Get involved in the next Silver Sunday - 1st October 2017 - Silver Sunday is an annual day of fun and free activities for older people across the UK

Silver Sunday is an annual day of fun and free activities for older people across the UK. Led by The Sir Simon Milton Foundation, it celebrates the value and knowledge they contribute to our communities while combating loneliness and isolation. Everyone can get involved, whether that’s organising an event, spreading the word, or simply attending an activity. The next Silver Sunday is on 1... See more
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25 Jul 2017 - 15:22

null Request for volunteers - NHS Digital looking for input to improve web access to data for health and care

NHS Digital (previously HSCIC) provides national information, data and IT systems for health and care services. It is currently working on a project to make access to statistical publications and clinical indicators easier. If you have an interest in using health and care data and are interested in supporting this work by helping to test a prototype for the service, please contact User... See more
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Philippa Lynch
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11 Jul 2017 - 08:46

null Care & Health Improvement Programme - regional job opportunities for the Transforming Care Programme

The Care & Health Improvement Programme are currently advertising a number of posts for the Transforming Care Programme. Please see the Local Government Association's job vacancies page for further information. About Transforming Care The LGA is working with key national organisations to support delivery of the Transforming Care programme, aimed at improving care and support for people... See more
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11 Jul 2017 - 08:20

null Event: Housing, health and an ageing population – innovations in local government

Housing, health and an ageing population – innovations in local government Thursday 21 September 2017, London An important event exploring with policy-makers and councils how the country can meet the housing need for older people, including hearing from councils who are leading innovations to increase the supply of homes that can be integrated with health and care services in ways that... See more
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04 Jul 2017 - 15:38

null 2017 Health Profiles now available

The 2017 Health Profiles have been published by Public Health England The Health Profiles provide a snapshot of health and wellbeing for each local authority in England using a range of charts and text. They pull together existing information in one place and contain data on a range of indicators for local populations. Health Profiles are intended as ‘conversation starters’ to highlight local... See more
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04 Jul 2017 - 12:22

null Infographic - what makes us healthy?

This month The Health Foundation are launching a new series of infographics and accompanying blogs and commentaries to describe and explain the social determinants of health in an accessible and engaging way. These determinants include political, social, economic, environmental and cultural factors which shape the conditions in which we are born, grow, live, work and age. Creating a... See more
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04 Jul 2017 - 11:51

null Results from the latest autism self assessment framework exercise

Results from the 2016 Autism self-assessment framework (SAF) exercise, published by Public Health England This report presents the findings from the fourth autism self-assessment exercise carried out by local authorities (LAs) between July and November 2016. It shows the LAs progress towards meeting the requirements of the Autism Act. The report is accompanied by personal stories from... See more
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04 Jul 2017 - 11:39

null Future drivers of the health of Londoners - horizon scanning game

The Future drivers of the health of Londoners project was co-produced by Public Health England London and the Association of Directors of Public Health London, using new and agile methodologies to identify the key drivers that are expected to shape the future of health and the public health system in London over the next five years. The aim of the project was to facilitate discussions... See more
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29 Jun 2017 - 09:15

null Measuring quality of life across health and social care

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is taking part in a project that will examine how quality of life measures used to evaluate healthcare treatments such as drugs can be extended into areas of social care and public health. The research, called the ‘Extending the QALY’ project, is being led by the School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) at the University of... See more
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21 Jun 2017 - 09:09

null Survey - How Health Infrastructure Needs are Taken into Account in Planning and Development

The Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) is undertaking a survey to examine practical issues relevant to taking into account healthcare needs and infrastructure by Local Authorities in the (town and country) planning process (local plans and planning applications for new developments). This project forms part of the Association's Reuniting Health with Planning initiative.  ... See more
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21 Jun 2017 - 08:57

null 'Buried alive': the old men stuck in Britain’s prisons

They can’t manage the stairs, so they can’t exercise, or go to classes. They’re afraid to shower in case they fall. The ones with dementia don’t even know where they are. Is this any way to deal with elderly offenders? Guardian article, 20 June 2017 by Amelia Hill A combination of harsh sentencing policies and an ageing population has produced a startling effect: prisons are now the UK’s... See more
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12 May 2017 - 14:53

null Youth employment and the struggling social care sector

Who cares? The social care sector and the future of youth employment The social care sector has been identified as a potential source of job creation for young people by policymakers, however the quality of such employment opportunities requires closer scrutiny. This study reveals how job creation strategies focused upon sectors such as social care which have high levels of employment... See more
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09 May 2017 - 09:43

null Personal perspectives on urban health and wellbeing

Personal perspectives on urban health and wellbeing - Insights on the assets and risks of urban environment, diversity and deprivation A new exploration of the lived experience of health in the London boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity commissioned Uscreates to produce fresh research – Personal perspectives on urban health and wellbeing – into the impact of living... See more
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09 May 2017 - 09:02

null Interactive tools for the Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework

Adult social care outcomes framework - interactive comparison tools for local authorities This interactive report produced by NHS Digital enables local authorities to view their 2015-16 data alongside England, regional and council type averages. The Peer Group sheet also enables comparison alongside 15 comparable councils. It is built on the CSV file which can be found with the ASCOF... See more
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04 May 2017 - 08:51

null Sexual and reproductive health: building strong relationships, meeting local needs - free event for local authorities in LGA membership

Sexual and reproductive health: building strong relationships, meeting local needs - Thursday 13 July 2017, London This one day conference will provide a timely opportunity to look at some of the key policy developments that will affect sexual and reproductive health over the next few years. Sexual health, reproductive health and HIV services make an important contribution to the health of... See more
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03 May 2017 - 10:09

null Data Analytics Jargon Buster from NESTA

Talking data like a pro: A plain English guide to data analytics Like any area of tech (or any specialised discipline for that matter), data analytics is rife with jargon. This makes it more difficult or even intimidating for non-specialists to approach the topic. NESTA have developed a short 'jargon buster' on 15 essential terms and concepts to aid your understanding and discussions... See more
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27 Apr 2017 - 23:03

null Health matters: obesity and the food environment

Health matters is an information resource from Public Health England which includes infographics, videos, case studies and slide sets alongside written content. PHE have created this tool to bring together in one place the most informative data and the best evidence of what works in tackling major public health problems. The latest edition of Health Matters, a resource for local... See more
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