Ruth Luscombe shares 3 priorities for leaders to focus on if prevention is to move from ambition to reality: 1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative  2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships  3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he

What if #AI could help #councils deliver more meaningful support? We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support. 👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp #LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER

Thrilled that @financialtimes.com has ft. @Manchester’s #HospitalAtHome model. Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes: ✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates ✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality ✅ £1.1m financial benefit Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52

@mel-williams.bsky.social and Sarah McClinton, both past Presidents of ADASS, join @impower.bsky.social for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood. #ncasc25

A fantastic two days in Manchester for the @nhsproviders.bsky.social annual conference. IMPOWER's James Swaffield shares reflections from our panel session in latest blog: bit.ly/4oFVN3K

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Who's ready for day two? We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS. #NHSP25

Who's ready for day two? We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS. #NHSP25

Strengths-based approaches often miss the mark. Systems focus too much on what people already do, not what they could achieve. @alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo

In Dorset, a more inclusive approach to #SchoolReadiness is helping meet the needs of children with #SEND. Using #ValuingSEND has led to: ✅ Smoother transitions ✅ Earlier support ✅ Better family relationships ✅ Fewer specialist escalations Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz

From social care to devolution, LGA 2025 raised big questions — and real opportunities. Jeremy Cooper shares a few themes that stayed with us. Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP #LGAConf25 #LocalGov

Partnered with DCN at the LGA Conference for a packed fringe session on our new report, exploring prevention, place, and the future of adult social care in the context of council reorganisation. Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA #LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN

📢 IMPOWER will be continuing as part of the REACh consortium delivering the next phase of the @departmentforedu.bsky.social #SEND AP Change Programme until March 2026. Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt #education #inclusion #DfE

🚀 New report with District Councils' Network out now: The power of prevention and place in new unitary councils. Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare. Read it here 👇 bit.ly/3T51YjG #localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN

Nicole Samuel reflects on the European Healthcare Design Congress, where @alexfoxshared.bsky.social joined a panel on embedding #transformation in capital programmes. IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b... #healthtransformation #IMPOWER

Huge congrats to Telford & Wrekin Council for winning the ‘Delivering Better Outcomes’ award at today’s #MJAwards 👏 A powerful, survivor-led model for tackling child sexual exploitation. Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row. #MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment

At #NHSConfedExpo last week, both the Health Secretary and #NHS England CEO highlighted a key issue: £205bn is being spent, but often in the wrong places. Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system. impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l... #NeighbourhoodHealth

Excited for today's MJ Awards! Good luck to all the finalists 🏆 Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence. bit.ly/MJAwards2025 #MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService

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Ahead of our SEND Shared Learning Event on 27 June, Cara Corbett shares two case studies showing how Hartlepool schools are driving inclusive practice for children with SEND. Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH #SEND #Inclusion #Education

Bigger isn’t always better in adult #socialcare. As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet? Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ #AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER

#NHSConfedExpo is next week, will we see you there? Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21. Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1

#IMPOWER has achieved Diamond Level for our capabilities as a #localgov #consulting firm by Consultancy.uk 💎 We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact. Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌 www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...

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In 2 weeks, we’re off to Manchester for NHS ConfedExpo. Amid restructuring & the awaited 10-year plan, it’s a key moment to connect across the system & explore what’s next for healthcare. Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ

We’re proud that four colleagues have been shortlisted for individual awards at the 2025 MCA Awards! 🎉 A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes. 👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i... #MCAAwards2025

IMPOWER's NHP Leadership Roundtable explored how to embed transformation within capital programmes. Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change. Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...

#SEND provision is under strain & challenges continue to grow - siloed systems & conflicting incentives prevent effective collaboration. We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇 bit.ly/3GVBdLA

We worked with @surreycc.gov.uk ,Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board and Surrey and Board NHS Foundation Trust to rethink patient flow in mental health. No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN

Delighted to be a @nhsproviders.bsky.social partner 🤝 Already looking forward to sharing insights in our session at their annual conference in November! #health #coproduction #publicservices

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Meet @impower.bsky.social our newest partner👋 Their unique blend of co-production and mindset shifts helps public service leaders drive lasting change, delivering better outcomes at lower cost and maximising the impact of public funding. Find out more🔗https://buff.ly/f8X0zZT

Living it Up get @adass.bsky.social #ADASSSpringSeminar25 off to a flying musical start. Come and find us on our @impower.bsky.social stand and at our seminar Tuesday lunchtime on creating positive change in tough times

We had a great time at the #ADASS Spring Seminar this week! Thanks to all who joined our session on 29 April: "Head and heart: creating rapid change in challenging times". Great energy, real insight, and meaningful discussion. #SocialCare #ADASS2025 #localgov

New in our Future of Healthcare blog, Nene Antonio shares practical insight on what’s needed from NHS CFOs right now. It’s not just about cutting costs; it’s about leading across systems and making smarter choices that stick. Read more: bit.ly/4d4WfUg #NHS #Health #FutureofHealthcare

Team IMPOWER is at ADASS Spring Seminar this week for the largest annual gathering of adult #socialcare leaders. Pop by our stand for a chat if you are there, and join our workshop today at 1.05pm! #ADASS #adultsocialcare #localgov