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Young carer hails ‘invaluable’ annual respite festival
A young carer has heaped praise on the ‘invaluable’ impact of the annual Wales Young Carers’ Festival as the event prepares to host record numbers in its third year.
Minister committed to creating a Wales that is a great place to grow older
“We are committed to creating a Wales that is a great place to grow older.”
Launch of new guidance aimed at reducing use of restrictive practices in healthcare, social care and educational settings
A set of new resources aimed at reducing the use of restrictive practices in healthcare, social care and educational settings has been welcomed by the Minister for Social Care.
Recognition in schools vital to help young carers thrive
Minister for Social Care Dawn Bowden heard from young carers during Carers’ Week about the importance of being identified, as a first step to accessing support in school.
Bill introduced to remove private profit from the care of looked-after children
A Bill to remove private profit from the care of looked-after children – part of the wider and radical transformation of children’s care in Wales – has been introduced today (Monday May 20).
National Office for Care and Support formally launched
The Minister for Social Care Dawn Bowden has welcomed the launch of the new National Office for Care and Support, which marks another important step towards a National Care Service in Wales.