These links are in  sections. The first group are commercial organisations of whom we have become aware in the course of our work that offer services to the healthcare industry. The second section contains links to various public authorities, charities regulatory bodies and the like that carry substantial up to date research material and useful guidance on care related regulatory issues. The third is a special area for trade associations that represent Health and Social Care sectors.

Link to carelaw.co.uk.  Details of how to link to us can be found here

Please note however that we are not responsible for the content of any third party websites mentioned on this site and we cannot be liable in any way for any loss or damage you may suffer in accessing them. If in doubt always take specialist advice before agreeing to do or refrain from doing anything.

The Nursing Homes Directory		Searching for the right type of nursing home can be a traumatic experience. The quality of accommodation and care can vary significantly between each home and exploring the various options is often difficult. We understand that finding the right placement for your loved one is not an easy task, finding the right care can be a long and arduous process when time is at a premium. Each featured nursing home has a description, photographs and contact information enabling you to get further information and finally arrive at an informed decision.
AlphaCare Logistics (CRB) Service		AlphaCare Logistics (CRB) Services are one of the largest and most economical data processing centres (Umbrella Body) in the UK, offering you a smooth and efficient route to compliance with CRB legislation. In the last 3 years processing some 28,000 CRB application forms for their clients they have gained insight, expertise and experience in facilitating a time sensitive and efficient route to CRB disclosure, which they say has enabled their clients to maintain staffing levels and reach the standards set by government, also allowing management to make safer more informed recruitment decisions.
Cerrus International Ltd		Cerrus, widely recognised as being the leading specialist supplier of Care systems, has over the last 12 years developed the widest range of software systems for the social and healthcare markets. Our flagship product, Saturn is the first  system in Europe to address so many associated markets within one single system and is used by small independent operators through to large corporate groups, social services, health trusts, supported housing and community hospitals.
Nursing Jobs		Discover interesting Nursing jobs related articles, facts and resources here.
Healthcare Bi Weekly		The On-line version of the largest circulation magazine in the independent sector.  Property - Products - Training & Recruitment

The Commission for Social Care Inspection		Launched in April 2004, The Commission for Social Care Inspection is the single, independent inspectorate for all social care services in England.
The Healthcare Commission		The Healthcare Commission promotes improvement in the quality of the NHS and independent healthcare. We have a wide range of responsibilities, all aimed at improving the quality of healthcare. We have a statutory duty to assess the performance of healthcare organisations, award annual performance ratings for the NHS and coordinate reviews of healthcare by others. Through this site, you can find out more about what we do and the difference we will make to patients and the public.
The Department of Health		The Department of Health is the government department responsible for driving forward change and modernisation in the NHS and social care, as well as improving standards of public health.
Department for Education and Skills (DEfS)		The Department for Education and Skills was established with the purpose of creating opportunity, releasing potential and achieving excellence for all.  Here you can read information specifically about the Department including our departmental reports and our strategy. You will also find information about our Ministerial team, a Who's Who chart and details about how to contact us.
Department of Trade and Industry		The DTI drives our ambition of 'prosperity for all' by working to create the best environment for business success in the UK. We help people and companies become more productive by promoting enterprise, innovation and creativity.
The Care Standards Tribunal		The Care Standards Tribunal is the name given to the Tribunal established under the Protection of Children Act 1999. It handles appeals provided for under the legislation listed on the 'Relevant legislation' page of this website.
Care Standard Inspectorate for Wales		CSIW is here to make sure that care services meet the standards that people have a right to expect. We are an operationally independent part of the National Assembly for Wales.
Forum of Private Business		The Forum of Private Business (FPB) lobbies on behalf of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to create a better political and economic environment for business. Established in 1977, we are a non-profit-seeking, membership-based organisation, active in Whitehall, Westminster, Brussels, Edinburgh and Cardiff. We represent around 25,000 businesses, employing a total of over 600,000 people. The FPB exists to make effective changes to the rules and regulations that affect SMEs, to improve the recognition of the role that SMEs play, and to offer practical measures to businesses to make their lives easier.

United Kingdom Home Care Association		United Kingdom Home Care Association Ltd (UKHCA) is the professional association of home care providers from the independent, voluntary, not-for-profit and statutory sectors. UKHCA helps organisations that provide social care, which may include nursing services, to people in their own homes, promoting high standards of care and providing representation with national and regional policy-makers and regulators. The Association represents over 1,500 members across the United Kingdom, in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Care Managers Council		Set up by care managers, for care managers. Representing your views on a national level and local level, working to bring you the advice, support, discounts and resource you deserve. Promoting your role as a professional and striving to help make the care sector a better place to work in.

Health Risk Assessment & Health Assessment  
Scripps health center offers executive health risk assessments and other health assessment services.
http://www.preventive-medicine.scripps.org/

King's Fund
The King's Fund is an independent charitable foundation whose goal is to improve health, especially in London.
http://www.kingsfund.org.uk/

Birmingham Carers Birmingham Carers Association began in 1989 and aims to represent the views of carers to ensure they get the best deal possible from both the Local Authority and the NHS http://www.b-c-a.org.uk/

gowrings mobility
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http://www.gowringsmobility.co.uk/

Where to go next
The aim of this web site is to provide a directory of facilities providing residential care and accommodation for young adults post 16 with special needs.
http://www.move.to/where_to_go_next

Silverhairs
www.silverhairs.co.uk or email keith at krpaterson 1931@aol.com. for your 60+ page booklet
http://www.silverhairs.co.uk/

Care aware
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http://www.careaware.co.uk/

Tony's Site about Huntington's Disease
The human side of Huntingdon's Disease
http://www.bridger.freeuk.com/

British services nursing homes
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http://www.britishservices.co.uk/nursinghomes.htm

The care centre
A comprehensive service of co-ordinated information and advice on issues of concern to individuals themselves,relatives,friends and carers (volunteers and professionals) regarding all aspects of care
http://www.thecarecentre.co.uk/

Shropshire Partners In Care
A voluntary organisation of Independent Sector care businesses, providing Nursing, Residential and Home care to the people of of Shropshire
http://www.spic.co.uk/

Friends of The Elderly
Friends of the Elderly is committed to enhancing the quality of life of older people by providing a range of high quality services which offer practical, emotional and financial care and support.
http://www.fote.org.uk/index.cfm

Carlisle & Solway Home Care Services
CSHCS offer quality home care in North Cumbria including the Solway and Brampton areas for the elderly and disabled
http://www.cshcs.co.uk

Clevercare
Offer a wide range of stylish, quality,clothes for disabled and elderly people
http://www.clevercare.co.uk

RNID for deaf and hard of hearing people
RNID is the largest charity representing the 9 million deaf and hard of hearing people in the UK. RNID aims to achieve a radically better quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing people. We do this by campaigning and lobbying vigorously, by raising aw
http://www.rnid.org.uk

CarePathways.com
created and maintained by RNs dedicated to providing seniors and their families access to quality information and creditable services. On-line access to extensive care facilities database and personal care, mobility, safety, and comfort products
http://www.carepathways.com

Care4 Care Services
At Care4 we believe that individuals have the right to choose the care and support you want, not select the nearest thing from what’s available
http://www.care4.org.uk

Loddon Alliance
Social care provider of Surrey Hampshire Borders NHS Trust
http://www.loddon-alliance.co.uk

Disabled Links from Eagle Intermedia
Eagle Disabled and Healthcare Resources
http://www.eagle.co.uk/disabled

UK Self Help Groups
Directory of UK Self Help Groups with links and telephone numbers
http://www.ukselfhelp.info

Point Nine Recruitment
Point Nine Recruitment is a specialist Internet based search and selection company dedicated to finding new jobs for people and people for new jobs
http://www.pointninerecruitment.com/

Judy Waterlow : The Waterlow Score, Pressure Ulcer Care and Pressure Sore Risk Assessment, Waterlow
The Waterlow Pressure Sore Risk Assessment Tool and Waterlow Scale Manual, improving care and prevention of pressure ulcers/bed sores
http://www.judy-waterlow.co.uk/index.htm

Directory Older People Residential Care Home & Almshouses Looking After the Needs of Those Less Well
Directory provided by the Hospital of God on residential care home and almshouses for older people; and estate houses for rent to the general public and also make grants to charities that work with people in need. Hospital of God is an ancient charity, f
http://www.hospitalofgod.org.uk

Recruitcare
Range of nursing jobs for registered nurses as well as carers jobs
http://www.recruitcare.co.uk/first.html

La Sonrisa - Adapted holidays for disabled and wheelchair users
"La Sonrisa" means "smile". We would like to see our disabled guests with smiles on their faces when they arrive and while they are staying here. Teardrops in their eyes when they leave La Sonrisa would complete the image.
http://www.la-sonrisa.com/engwelcome.htm

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