Introduction to the revised quality framework for care homes for adults and older people and self-evaluation toolkit - webinar


Following the publication of our revised quality framework for care homes for adults and older people and the self-evaluation toolkit, we are hosting a webinar for people working in care homes for adults and older people on Wednesday 9 March 14:00 – 15:30.


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Joint Inspection of Adult Support and Protection in Falkirk


A joint inspection of adult support and protection measures in Falkirk has found clear strengths in ensuring adults at risk of harm are safe, protected and supported.   

However, inspectors also identified areas which could further improve.  


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Joint Inspection of Adult Support and Protection in Stirling


A joint inspection of adult support and protection measures in Stirling has found clear strengths in ensuring adults at risk of harm are safe, protected and supported. 

However, inspectors also identified areas which could further improve. 


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Sing for joy and learning


We have published a new practice note, ‘Sing for joy and learning’ for early learning and childcare settings to help them promote creative singing, and musical experiences for children, from babies to older children. 


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Foot Health Webinars


The Care Inspectorate is hosting two webinars in February which will focus on foot health. We will be joined by podiatrists who will advise on personal footcare (how to carry out footcare and who should provide this care) and how to prevent avoidable harm (pressure damage) to feet. The webinars are open to all but they will be particularly useful for staff working in care home and care at home services.


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