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Jess McGregor

@jessmcp.bsky.social

Social Care, ADASS, Camden

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ADASS@adass.bsky.social · 10mo ago

ADASS President, @jessmcp.bsky.social shares insights from a Casey Commission evidence session she took part in. Read her blog: www.adass.org.uk/what-i-took-from-a-casey-commission-evidence-session-and-why-people-must-be-at-the-heart-of-reform/

What I took from a Casey Commission evidence session — and why people must be at the heart of reform - ADASS

Jess McGregor, ADASS President and Director of Adult Social Care at Camden Council, reflects on an early roundtable for Baroness Louise Casey’s Independent Commission on Adult Social Care.

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ADASS@adass.bsky.social · 9mo ago

“The underfunding of adult social care is forcing councils to make impossible choices, trying to balance financial sustainability with doing the right thing for those relying on us." ADASS President, @jessmcp.bsky.social responds to our Autumn Survey report. www.communitycare.co.uk/2025/11/25/a...

Adult social care faces £600m overspend - ADASS - Community Care

Councils having to balance financial sustainability with doing the right thing for those who need adult social care, says ADASS president

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Jess McGregor@jessmcp.bsky.social · 11mo ago

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The Health Foundation and Ipsos at the Labour Party Conference sharing their work on public attitudes. Anna Quigley told us that social care is a priority for the public but people don’t understand…...

The Health Foundation and Ipsos at the Labour Party Conference sharing their work on public attitudes. Anna Quigley told us that social care is a priority for the public but people don’t understand ...

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Jess McGregor@jessmcp.bsky.social · last yr.

We don’t always hear enough from people with dementia. This is a fantastic reminder that the things that matter to us all are unifying. I loved the emphasis on reciprocity. Of course we all want to feel recognised & have opportunities to be helpful. @tlap.bsky.social @neilmcrowther.bsky.social

Think Local Act Personal@tlap.bsky.social · last yr.

📢 New dementia report: 'I just want to be able to dance' We’re proud to share a hopeful vision for care and support that promotes the wellbeing of people living with dementia through community development, social innovation, and personalised support. buff.ly/H4lKhFE

ADASS@adass.bsky.social · last yr.

ADASS President, @jessmcp.bsky.social discusses why EEDI is important in adult social care and how we'll place these values at the heart of our organisation. Read her blog👇 www.adass.org.uk/equity-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-at-the-heart-of-care/

Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of care - ADASS

By Jess McGregor, ADASS President At ADASS, we represent leaders across adult social care who are united by a shared commitment: to enable people to live good lives, with dignity, independence, and co...

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ADASS@adass.bsky.social · last yr.

4.7 million people in England provide unpaid care and support to family often at a financial cost and to their health and wellbeing. Our vision is for unpaid care to be recognised, supported and remunerated when it’s a choice. www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/06/24/caring-for-mum-while-not-losing

I’m caring for my mum and silently furious at what my life has become

Like many other ‘sandwich carers’, I’m juggling work, care and raising my teenager – and I’ve reached breaking point

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Alex Fox@alexfoxshared.bsky.social · last yr.

Care Minister Stephen Kinnock addresses #ADASSSpringSeminar reflecting on the value care that his mother Glenys Kinnock drew on. Begins with human rights. Social care brings independence & a full life. “For the gift of dignity that care workers offer, they must receive a fair wage.”

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ADASS@adass.bsky.social · last yr.

4 in 5 of us will need adult social care in our lifetime. Yet, without the glue of adult social care, lives are falling apart. Long waiting lists, low staff levels, people reaching crisis point. Together, we can change this. Join us to transform care. adass.org.uk/care-cant-wa...

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ADASS@adass.bsky.social · last yr.

ADASS celebrates World Social Work Day today #WSWD2025 and would like to thank social workers for the important role they play in improving the lives of millions of people and their families who draw on care and support.

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