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Beyond adaptations: why social care needs to unlock the full potential of occupational therapy
As adult social care looks to shift from crisis to prevention, occupational therapists have a vital role to play. Dr Anita Mottram, Principal Occupational Therapist for Kirklees Council, discusses why unlocking that potential requires not just funding, but time, trust and investment in the OT workforce.
28 January 2026
Statements
ADASS responds to DHSC’s Disabled Facilities Grant funding boost
Our response to DHSC's Disabled Facilities Grant funding boost.
13 January 2026
Blog
Why keeping care homes open matters: lessons from Covid-19 for local authorities and care providers
COVID-19 changed how care homes operate. This blog sets out why keeping them open matters and what local authorities and providers can learn.
9 January 2026
Blog
Adult social care in 2025: What changed, what didn’t and what it means for the year ahead
While 2025 was a challenging year for adult social care, it was also a pivotal one. This article reflects on key moments from the past year and what they mean for adult social care in 2026.
6 January 2026
Blog
The only way to deliver better care is for the NHS and local authorities to work together more closely – here are seven steps to make it happen in 2026
Jess McGregor, President of ADASS, and Matthew Taylor, CEO of NHS Confederation, discuss the seven steps to deliver better care with the NHS and local authorities working together.
18 December 2025
Statements
ADASS responds to local government finance settlement
In response to the provisional local government finance settlement, Jess McGregor, President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services, said: “While it is good to see a three-year funding settlement, which will help councils plan and deliver services more effectively, today’s announcement does not provide any additional funding for adult social care above […]
17 December 2025
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Peterborough City Council’s digital transformation journey: empowering its workforce and delivering better outcomes for people
Tina Hornsby shares how digital innovation at Peterborough City Council, including its use of AI is improving outcomes for social care practitioners and people who draw on care and support.
15 December 2025
Blog
Introducing Rashpal Bishop, ADASS’ incoming Vice President in 2026
Rashpal Bishop is due to take up the post of ADASS Vice President and Trustee in 2026. In her first blog for the Association, she introduces herself and tells us a bit about her dual passion for digital and carers, and why she was inspired to stand as ADASS Vice President.
12 December 2025
Press Releases / Statements
ADASS President’s NCASC 2025 speech
ADASS President, Jess McGregor, opens the National Children and Adult Services Conference (NCASC) 2025.
26 November 2025
Press Releases
High-cost social care packages for young adults surge by almost a third in a single year
This year's Autumn Survey has revealed that high-cost social care packages for young people surge by almost a third in a single year.
25 November 2025
