Best Domiciliary Podcasts (2026)

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Accounting for Care with Levy Pledges with Andy Ross - Caroola Group 23:28

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2y ago23:28

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This podcast, hosted by Lee I'Anson on behalf of Paragon Skills, dives into the world of the care industry, exploring its various facets and challenges. One of the key themes explored in the podcast is the role of apprenticeships in fostering a skilled and dedicated workforce within the sector. The episode you're interested in, featuring Andy Ross,…

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How Workforce Data is Improving Care Homes with Will Fenton and Mark Moulding 23:18

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Data is essential for improving the quality of care in care homes. It can be used to track residents' health and wellbeing, identify areas for improvement, and plan and deliver personalised care. The Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) is a free online data collection service that covers the adult social care workforce in England. The se…

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Supporting mental health in the workplace with Mark Topps 21:00

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Promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises mental health is essential for the well-being and productivity of employees in the care workplace. Today I am joined by Mark Topps. Mark is an award-winning social care leader who has spent over seventeen years working within the industry having gained experience in various role…

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Shifting Negative Attitudes Towards Dementia with Cheryl Baird 21:53

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Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease. Today I am joined by Cheryl Baird, Director of Quality and Care at Orchard Homes. Cheryl has 28 years experience in health and Social Care and has worked as a registered nurse in both the NHS and social care. Cheryl oversees care qu…

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The Importance of Vision, Values and Culture in Care with Lucy Buxton 21:33

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Vision, values and culture are all essential components of a healthy workplace. A clear vision provides direction and purpose to employees, guiding their efforts towards a shared goal. Values define the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide decision-making and behaviour in the workplace, establishing a moral compass for employees. Today I a…

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Ageing Population's Impact on Health and Social Care with George Appleton 29:34

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The population of England and Wales has continued to age, with Census 2021 results confirming there are more people than ever before in older age groups. Over 11 million people – 18.6% of the total population – were aged 65 years or older, compared with 16.4% at the time of the previous census in 2011. There are many challenges that come with an ag…

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Recruiting Young Talent with Conor Cotton 31:21

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As every business leader knows, the future of any company lies with its people. Investing in school leavers and early career talent can pay dividends long-term, but how can recruiters tap into the potential of the next generation of workers? Not Going To Uni is the UK's leading website for school & college leavers looking at alternatives to a tradi…

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Understanding the Levy Transfer with Ajay Purbhoosing 16:43

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Large employers that pay the apprenticeship levy can choose to transfer up to 25% of their levy funds each year to other businesses, to pay for their apprenticeship training and assessment. Transferring levy funds is a way of supporting other businesses by deciding which sectors, skills or local areas you’d like to fund. So why are so many of these…

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Leadership Qualities in Care with Lisa Di-Fonzo 45:42

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Leaders and managers need the experience and ability to run a successful care business. This means understanding CQC standards; creating performance goals and clear lines of accountability; being proactive, and making use of the whole team. How do leaders build a strong team? Today I am joined by Lisa Di-Fonzo, Quality Improvement Coordinator for C…