Care workers up and down the country are facing abuse from members of the public while delivering care to vulnerable people.
Changes to the Care Act that would allow local authorities to suspend their assessment, care planning and review duties.
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The provider said the epidemic is 'exacerbating' existing staff shortages, whilst creating bigger demands for social care services.
Relias UK is providing unlimited access to online courses and other resources to help care professionals prevent the spread of coronavirus.
The group has called for an urgent change to legislation to allow more recruits to join the care sector during the coronavirus crisis.
The Home Office is providing free-of-charge DBS applications and a fast-track Barred List check service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The hub helps care providers to identify and monitor people showing symptoms of COVID-19 and who they have come into contact with.
The MPs have pledged their support for the Care Workers’ Charity in its bid to raise £1 million for workers who are being forced to self-isolate.
Bluebird Care customers have received letters from members of the public to help combat loneliness during the lockdown.
Care providers have warned that they will be forced to close if they are not able to protect their staff with PPE.