Employers urged to join us on Carers Rights Day
Employers are encouraged to join the council in adopting guidance to support employees who are also carers, as we approach Carers Rights Day this Thursday (24 November).
Weymouth has a new, bright and cosy children’s home
Take a tour of The Harbour Hub and College House. Watch the VIDEO Young people and their families, who need that extra bit of support, will benefit from a brand-new facility in Weymouth. Dorset Council has opened a children’s home named ‘College House’ and an innovative children’s outreach centre ‘The Harbour Hub,’ both located in… Read more Weymouth has a new, bright and cosy children’s home
Benefits work nets Dorset Care Record a place in national awards final
Delivery of efficiency savings along with benefits in patient experience, care and safety has led the Dorset Care Record to be shortlisted for a national award. The shared care record is through to the Health Tech Efficiency Savings of the Year award.
Talk to us about the future of adult social care
Residents are being invited to a series of events to discuss the future of adult social care. The way adult social care could be delivered will be discussed, as well as how the council develops ideas and solutions to serve resident needs over the next five to 10 years.
Celebrating International Nurses Day
International Nurses Day is held each year on 12 May, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. It is a Global celebration that acknowledges and celebrates the commitment and bravery of nurses around the world. Each year, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) prepares and distributes the International Nurses’ Day kit, containing valuable educational and public information… Read more Celebrating International Nurses Day
Dorset Council proposes more money for social care, housing and tackling climate change
Dorset Council’s budget proposals for next financial year, 2022-23, prioritise the continued delivery of vital frontline services for residents.
Festival to showcase Dorset’s digital future
A five-day festival will be staged at locations across Dorset next month to showcase the county’s exciting digital future. Dorset Council’s Festival of the Future is back – and this time it’s a truly hybrid event where people can attend in person or take part virtually. Held from 4-8 October, #FutureFest21 will highlight the innovation… Read more Festival to showcase Dorset’s digital future
Kindness is key in keeping your loved ones safe this Spring
There is good news for families across Dorset following the government’s announcement of plans for care home residents to have a named single visitor from 8 March.
Facing redundancy and not sure what to do? Reach out for support and advice
Citizens Advice Dorset and Dorset Council are encouraging people with employment concerns as a result of COVID-19 to reach out and seek advice as soon as possible.
Shared Lives Week 15 – 19 June
This week is Shared Lives week, and we would like to say thank you to all of our wonderful carers who are changing lives from their own homes.
Hotel is helping people leaving hospital
As part of the efforts to help people get out of hospital when they are fit to do so, a new model is being launched in South Dorset.
