eddie coombes

Building
Better
Care

“My thoughts on better supporting vulnerable people, improving care, and transforming lives, ensuring no one is left behind.”

INSIGHT

WELLBEING

QUALITY

Covid in care homes: what went wrong and what must change

Covid in care homes: what went wrong and what must change

When ITV News asked me to speak in 2020 about the impact of COVID-19 on care homes, our care home was one of the first to highlight a critical issue: social care had been excluded from national planning alongside the NHS. The consequences were devastating. Residents...

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LEADERSHIP

TECHNOLOGY

INNOVATION

Reflecting on the LaingBuisson Social Care Summit

Reflecting on the LaingBuisson Social Care Summit

Last year, I had the privilege of chairing the panel session “Adult Specialist Care: Where is the Leadership and Direction?” at the LaingBuisson Social Care Summit. It was an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion that brought together sector leaders to address...

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LEADERSHIP

TECHNOLOGY

INNOVATION

Preparing for future trends in the care home sector

Preparing for future trends in the care home sector

The care home sector is constantly evolving, and staying ahead of future trends is crucial. In my opinion, the most successful care homes are those that are proactive, not reactive, when it comes to change. One major trend I foresee is the increased use of artificial...

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