Social care and health
We’re responsible for providing social care for vulnerable adults and older people across Staffordshire as well as providing support for those who care for them.
Our Children and Families Social Work Teams provide advice, support and social work to families – parents, children and other carers.
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- More than 40 Staffordshire foster carers have been recognised at a special celebration event including Jeanette McInnes who has been a foster carer for 40 years.
- Date:
- 26 June 2023
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- A new initiative to support people with both mental health issues and drug and alcohol issues has been welcomed by Dame Carol Black, who led a landmark national review on drugs.
- Date:
- 22 June 2023
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- Staffordshire County Council has been awarded fostering friendly accreditation by national charity the Fostering Network as part of its drive to recruit more carers.
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- 14 June 2023
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- Residents are encouraged to get their Covid vaccinations before the offer ends on 30 June.
- Date:
- 14 June 2023
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- A new initiative to support people with both mental health issues and drug and alcohol use is being pioneered in Staffordshire.
- Date:
- 01 June 2023
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- Staffordshire families needing support in overcoming cost of living pressures can benefit from an £11million Government funded scheme this financial year.
- Date:
- 17 May 2023
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- Staffordshire foster carers are sharing their experiences of fostering in a campaign to encourage other families to come forward.
- Date:
- 15 May 2023
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- People in Cannock looking to be healthier and lose weight are invited to join Everyone Health Staffordshire for their new classes starting from Monday 27th March.
- Date:
- 28 March 2023