Under the guidance of Better Security Better Care
Adult Social Care Caldicott Guardian Learning Network
Check out our new page on our Caldicott Guardian Learning Network. This learning network aims to bring together a range of Caldicott Guardians to learn, share and explore the growing role of a Caldicott Guardian in adult social care. CGs from both local authorities and care provider organisations are invited to participate. The Network is run by Digital Care Hub and co-chaired by the National Care Forum and a Social Care Caldicott Guardian. We are delighted to be supported by UK Caldicott Guardian Council for these meetings. Keep up to date below.
Upcoming Webinars
Completing your DSPT: Tuesday 22nd October, 3pm
Review and republish your DSPT, Tuesday 29th of October, 3pm
Completing your DSPT, Tuesday 5th November, 3pm
Review and republish your DSPT, Tuesday 12th November, 3pm
NEW - DSPT In-depth - Data Security, Tuesday 19th November, 2pm
Cyber security incidents: how to respond and recover
To mark Cyber Security Awareness Month, Better Security, Better Care has published new guidance to help care providers respond to and recover from cyber security incidents. As well as tips on how to reduce the risk and impact of a cyber incident or attack, the guide includes advice on what to do if an incident occurs. For example, in the early stages any computers affected should be left on but disconnected from the internet or other networks.
The guidance, which has been published during Cyber Security Awareness Month, also includes a downloadable checklist to help care staff recognise if an incident is underway, and questions to help data protection leads gather information during an incident.
Katie Thorn joined a panel with the Care Workers Charity to discuss AI in social care
Katie Thorn, Project Lead for Digital Care Hub, was part of an engaged panel sessions hosted by the Care Workers Charity for Professional Care Workers Week.
In this Professional Care Workers’ Week 2024 webinar, experts discussed the future of AI in social care, focusing on the ethical and responsible use of generative AI. A new guidance document, co- written by care workers, was launched, outlining best practices for integrating AI into care services. Full session available here: https://youtu.be/bSpc3eW8cgg
The Digital Care Hub team successfully completed their 3 peaks climb in Yorkshire where they raised money for the incredible work of The Care Workers Charity (CWC).
For the UK’s care workers, early starts, long hours and mentally draining work are part and parcel of the job. As a result, it’s all too easy for illness, or other unforeseen circumstances, to push them beyond their financial limits. The Care Workers Charity’s mission is to advance the financial, professional and mental wellbeing of social care workers by making grants, signposting to resources and providing access to services. There is still time to donate to their amazing climb using the link below.
Read full article here | Donate to the Care Worker’s group here