Scottish Care
@scottishcare
Social care that works for Scotland. Membership organisation and the representative body for independent social care sector in Scotland. #careaboutcare www.scottishcare.org
📣 One month to go! Nominations for the #CareHomeAwards2026 close in just one month. Celebrate the outstanding people, teams & services delivering exceptional care across Scotland's care homes. 🏆 Submit your entry today: buff.ly/pUaVzmR #CelebrateCare #CareCreates
Recruiting in social care? Register your interest in a series of Displaced Worker Recruitment Events taking place across Scotland & England. Meet pre-screened candidates, conduct same-day interviews & receive CoS support. Complete the interest form: buff.ly/zfMt0eq
Scottish Care is one of eight UK social care organisations calling on the new Prime Minister to exempt providers from recent increases to employers' National Insurance contributions (eNICs). Read the joint letter and find out more: buff.ly/FD839Qo
🌟 The Ancillary & Support Staff Award celebrates the people who keep care homes running every day. Nominate someone special in our 2026 Care Home Awards before 31 August. Find out more and nominate: buff.ly/25LB3rY #CareAwards26 #CelebrateCare #CareCreates
Another #CareWorldCup story ⚽ Airthrey Care Home brought residents, families & the community together for a World Cup street party - full of fun, football & connection 🙌 buff.ly/3iKNxNX #CareCreates
#CareWorldCup ⚽ The Leith Legends (60 - 95) have walked 3,070 miles ahead of the World Cup 👏 Incredible effort buff.ly/lDAsCG7 #CareCreates
Another #CareWorldCup story ⚽ Forefaulds have created a fan zone so everyone can enjoy the games - late matches included (just at a better time!) 🙌 buff.ly/9pBlPEt #CareCreates
#CareWorldCup story ⚽ Dryfemount celebrated with a World Cup-themed open day - great to see the community come together 🙌 buff.ly/dLPPPDG #CareCreates
Entries now OPEN for our Care Home Awards 2026 🏆 Celebrate the people and teams delivering outstanding care across Scotland. Nominate today ⬇️ buff.ly/FZDKh2L Entry deadline: Monday 31 August 2026. #CareAwards26 #CelebrateCare
We’re supporting the launch of the Pastoral Care Quality Award 🏆 Recognising providers leading the way in workforce wellbeing, inclusion & ethical recruitment. Join the online launch to find out more on 7 July, 1-2pm. Register here: buff.ly/ONZayUy
Happening tomorrow 🌍 Climate change is reshaping long-term care Join our international webinar 🗓️ 2 June, 🕐 13:00 BST Register to join: buff.ly/iLWVacU
Climate change is reshaping long-term care 🌍 Join our international webinar on Responding to Climate Events in Long-Term Care 🗓️ 2 June 🕐 13:00 BST Explore global perspectives, research & practical solutions Register now to join the conversation: buff.ly/vphaMYm
We’re delighted to welcome Hierarchy Technologies as a sponsor of the #Homecare26 Conference this Friday. 🎟️ Tickets still available - book now and visit Hierarchy at the exhibition on 15 May. buff.ly/DswbKcA #CareCreates
Care Creates… every day. As Scotland votes today, these moments reflect what care creates in real lives - and what the next government must recognise and value. Whatever today brings, care matters every day. #CareCreates
A snapshot of Care Creates so far. These figures show what happens when the social care sector share one message together. Thank you to everyone who’s contributed - let’s keep care visible. #CareCreates
Scottish Care has signed an open letter calling for a named Minister for Older People in the next Scottish Government. Age Scotland’s Big Survey: 2/3 don’t think enough action is being taken; 70% don’t feel older people are valued. Read more here: buff.ly/0SsAPtz
#CareCreates story 👇 At 100, Dennis Arnold walked 16 miles - then created a sensory room for fellow residents at BCG Coupar Angus Care Home. Dennis’s story shows what care creates when people are listened to, supported and trusted. Read Dennis's story: buff.ly/6kVnQU7
As election week begins, we’re bringing #CareCreates together with our Scottish Care Manifesto. Six opportunities for care that matters - grounded in dignity, fair work, collaboration, innovation and sustainability. 📖 buff.ly/s9eJ5Ud
Demystifying Death Week is about shining a light on death, dying and bereavement in Scotland. Scotland should be a place where everyone can help someone who is caring, dying or grieving. Check out the list of events to mark #DemystifyDeath Week: www.goodlifedeathgrief.org.uk/blogs/demyst...
Care cannot exist without people. 💙 This week’s #CareCreates theme highlighted the vital link between fair pay, fair work and fair care. We’ll now be resharing Scottish Care’s manifesto priorities ahead of the Scottish Elections.
Care Creates… security. Flexible and guaranteed work supports stability, confidence and long‑term careers in care. #CareCreates
Care Creates… opportunities that change futures. Partnerships with education help young people build skills, confidence and aspiration. #CareCreates
Care Creates… strong local economies. Care work supports communities and local jobs - and must be valued and paid fairly. #CareCreates
Care Creates… progression. Clear development pathways and learning opportunities turn care into a respected, long‑term career - not just a job. #CareCreates
Fair Pay. Fair Work. Fair Care. Career pathways • accredited induction • fair pay • wellbeing • ethical recruitment • long‑term workforce strategy • apprenticeship levy access. Read our manifesto: buff.ly/6tdkWXN #CareCreates
We’re calling for a Scotland where the social care workforce is valued, supported and future‑ready - because quality care starts with fair pay, fair work and fair care. Manifesto 👉 buff.ly/6tdkWXN #CareCreates
Care Creates… Compassion Care teams create reassurance for families through kindness, professionalism and trust. #CareCreates
Care Creates… Connection. Music, care and human connection - creating meaningful moments every day. #CareCreates
Care Creates… Leadership. Care home nursing leadership shapes quality, standards and trust across communities. #CareCreates
Care Creates… The future workforce. Partnerships with education help build confidence, understanding and clear pathways into care. #CareCreates