Social care sector facing chronic staff shortages this winter

This time of year also brings its own unique challenges for the sector

Keeping people supported at home after hospital can involve Social Care services, but they face their own set of challenges this winter.

As demand for care increases, there’s a warning the system could collapse amid chronic staffing shortages.

For people leaving hospital and needing round the clock or complex care they may need to move into a care home.

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