They say Rome wasn’t built in a day. Neither will the future of social care. Earlier this month, the government unveiled its long-awaited 10-Year Health Plan, a blueprint for transforming the NHS and social care into something more modern, more human, and most importantly, more joined-up.

At Callaway Care, we’ve taken time to reflect on what this plan really means for the future of our sector. While the headlines focus on ambition and transformation, we’re looking at it through the lens of those living and working in social care every day. So, let’s cut through the policy-speak and get real about the impact.

A new job and a published book are some of the achievements of the residents at Langham Gardens!

Langham House, our supported living home in North Wembley, have just produced their first newsletter! Meet the residents and have a look at their home. There are a couple of spaces at Langham House if you are looking for a placement.

When X first moved in, the challenges were evident. She refused to leave the house, choosing the safety and familiarity of her room. Meals were always taken in isolation, and communication was minimal, limited to nods and shakes of her head to indicate yes or no. Her posture also reflected her internal struggles—she walked with a stooped gait, a physical manifestation of her emotional discomfort

For over a decade, the social care sector in the UK has faced relentless financial strain. With budgets being reduced year after year, care providers find themselves under immense pressure to deliver high-quality care to a growing number of individuals—all while grappling with limited resources. It’s a dilemma that affects not just those of us in the sector but the very people we support whose lives, health, and well-being hang in the balance.

Menopause, traditionally a taboo topic, is increasingly being discussed openly, particularly in workplace environments. This blog post looks at what it means for those who support autistic adults and adults with Learning Disabilities (LD).

“Our son is currently learning at the Skills Hub. He is very happy there and has gained several qualifications in the last 18 months. The individual approach that has always been based on his needs is key.”

— Parent of Skills Hub Learner