Care Development East

23/07/2025

The Mindful Life Group – Free Online Course for Older Adult Carers 🌿

A gentle and supportive free online course is being offered to local residents aged 65+ who are caring for someone. The Mindful Life Group is designed specifically for older adults, helping them to manage stress, improve sleep, and feel less isolated.

Led by a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with expertise in older adult mental health and delivered by a registered Mindfulness Teacher, the course creates a calm, friendly space where carers can finally focus on their own well-being - something that often takes a back seat.

Participants have shared how it’s helped them better manage low mood or anxiety and feel more connected.

The next course begins this October.

To find out more visit their website - https://the-mindful-life.com/

Apply to the course here -
https://openss.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a05BckYwh7ltS3I

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23/07/2025

All Finalists Have Been Contacted! 🎉

A huge congratulations once again to everyone who’s been shortlisted for the Suffolk Care Awards 2025!

Taking place on Thursday 18th September at the beautiful Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall, this special event honours excellence across Suffolk’s social care sector.

It’s set to be an unforgettable evening - shining a spotlight on the inspiring individuals and dedicated teams who go above and beyond every single day.

🎟 Tickets are selling fast, and with limited capacity, don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible celebration.

Tickets - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1253167280069?aff=oddtdtcreator

⏳ Just 2 months to go until the big night!

22/07/2025

Sponsor Spotlight: Insight2 Mental Health – Championing Workplace Wellbeing

Part of the Suffolk Care Awards 2025 Sponsors Spotlight Series

We’re delighted to kick off our Suffolk Care Awards 2025 Sponsors Spotlight with a heartfelt thank you to Insight2 Mental Health, our sponsor for this year’s Wellbeing at Work Award.

Find out more about their vital work, why they’re supporting this year’s awards, and how they’re helping improve mental health across the care sector.

👉 Read the full article on our website: https://caredevelopmenteast.co.uk/news-events-training/news/sponsor-spotlight-insight2-mental-health-championing-workplace-wellbeing

22/07/2025

Suffolk Care Awards 2025: Sponsors Spotlight Series

Celebrating the Support Behind the Celebration

We’re proud to launch our Suffolk Care Awards 2025 Sponsors Spotlight – a weekly series shining a light on the organisations making this year’s celebration of care excellence possible.

Each week, we’ll be introducing one of our incredible sponsors, giving you the chance to learn more about who they are, why they support the awards, and the impact they have in our region.

Their generous support helps us recognise and honour the exceptional work of Suffolk’s care providers.

We are incredibly grateful to every one of our sponsors. Without them, this event simply wouldn’t be possible.

Stay tuned for our first sponsor spotlight!

21/07/2025

Meet the Sponsors of the Suffolk Care Awards 2025! 🎉

We’re delighted to update you on the amazing organisations supporting this year’s Suffolk Care Awards. With the exciting addition of a new sponsor, here’s the full line-up of those helping us shine a spotlight on excellence in Suffolk’s care sector.

A huge thank you to all our sponsors – your support makes this celebration of dedication, compassion and innovation in care possible. We can’t wait to honour the incredible teams and individuals making a difference across Suffolk.

💼 Interested in sponsoring?
There are still opportunities available to raise your organisation’s profile and be part of this special event. Find out how to get involved: https://caredevelopmenteast.co.uk/suffolk-care-awards/support-the-suffolk-care-awards-2025

📅 Learn more about the Suffolk Care Awards 2025 here: https://caredevelopmenteast.co.uk/suffolk-care-awards/about-suffolk-care-awards

21/07/2025

Supporting Suffolk’s Social Care Providers – For Free

At Care Development East, we’re proud to offer completely free services to all social care providers across Suffolk. Whether you're a small independent care home, a homecare provider, or a supported living service, we’re here to support your workforce and organisation.

Let us help you attract, retain and develop a skilled and confident workforce - at no cost to you.

To learn more or get started, visit: www.caredevelopmenteast.co.uk

Or Contact us today info@caredevelopmenteast.co.uk

15/07/2025

Tickets are Now OPEN! 🎟️🏆

Join us on the 18th of September at Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall, as we celebrate nine years of honouring excellence in Suffolk’s social care sector!

It’s going to be a night to remember, celebrating the incredible individuals and teams who go above and beyond every day.

✨ Don’t wait – get your tickets today! ✨

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1253167280069?aff=oddtdtcreator

Due to venue capacity, ticket quantities are limited, so act fast!

For any queries, please contact us at conferences@caredevelopmenteast.co.uk

15/07/2025

Congratulations to all our Suffolk Care Awards 2025 finalists!

We love seeing your posts - keep them coming!

https://www.boutiquecarehomes.co.uk/news/brampton-manor-home-manager-named-finalist-in-suffolk-care-awards-2025/

Brampton Manor Home Manager Akhi Goswami has been named a finalist at the Suffolk Care Awards 2025 for Inspirational Leadership.

14/07/2025

08/07/2025

📢 New Training for Suffolk Care Professionals!

We’re excited to offer 'Introduction to SPECAL for Care Professionals in Suffolk’ – live online training delivered by the Contented Dementia Trust.

🧠 The SPECAL Method (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer’s) is a unique and highly practical approach to dementia care, designed to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia and those who support them.

💡 This course will equip you with tools that can bring about immediate and lasting improvements in care, communication, and wellbeing.

✅ Your deposit is fully refunded once you complete the training!
📍 Online | Limited places available.

Find out more and book here -

1- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1469146890899?aff=oddtdtcreator

2- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1469470629209?aff=oddtdtcreator

3- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1469483798599?aff=oddtdtcreator

4- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1469488582909?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful difference in dementia care in Suffolk.

07/07/2025

🕒Last chance to get your tickets to our Behaviour Management training!

Learn how to de-escalate behaviours through a supportive approach and legal understanding.

Date: Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:30 - 16:00 BST
Location: IKON Training, Ipswich IP10 0BF

The training is accredited for two-years, and a certificate is gained upon completion.

Learn how to de-escalate behaviours through a supportive approach and legal understanding.

04/07/2025

We got over 50 reactions on our posts last week! Thanks everyone for your support! 🎉