Do you care?

Caroline Cosh
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Do You Care? is the podcast from Clifton Homecare for anyone supporting a loved one at home, anyone trying to understand social care, and anyone considering a career in care.  We explore the real-life questions families face when homecare is needed, alongside honest conversations about the care profession and the people behind it.  Expect practical guidance, reassurance, and insight to help you make informed decisions , whether you are arranging care, working in care, or thinking of joining the sector.

  1. FEB 22

    What makes a good care worker?

    Caroline is joined today by Judith and Fiona who share their thoughts on what makes a good care worker. This episode will be useful for people looking for care and support services as well as family members. It will also be highly relevant to those working in adult social care or those considering a career in the sector. Today's discussion is frank and based on  previous and current experience.  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    44 min

  2. FEB 22

    Losing my independence was like a bereavement

    In this episode Caroline meets with Vinnie. Vinnie talks openly and candidly about how the deterioration in her health felt like a bereavement to her. Vinnie's health deteriorated shortly after losing her wife therefore this was a second challenge Vinnie had to overcome in a relatively short period of time.  Vinnie shares really positively how having some care and support on a regular basis has now helped her regain her independence meaning she can get out again and enjoy living her life; health permitting.  In this episode Vinnie and Caroline discuss attending Manchester pride in the summer of 2025 and just what this meant to them both.  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    36 min

  3. FEB 6

    The importance of Care planning

    In this episode Caroline is joined by Stacey, Clifton Homecare's care planing lead. Stacey has worked in the sector for several years and she is currently completing her level 4 Lead Practitioner in Health and Social care at the time of the episode going live.  Stacey and Caroline discuss the importance of thorough and accurate care planning and how this helps ensure the team can provide good quality, safe care.  During the episode we talk about NEWS 2; the National Early Warning score - see this link for further details; NHS England » National Early Warning Score (NEWS). We also talk about the Mangar Elk; a lifting cushion used to safely assist clients off the floor who have fallen. See here for further information; Mangar ELK Lifting Cushion | Portable Patient Lifting Device | Winncare Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    37 min

  4. JAN 21

    Mentoring in Social care

    In this episode Caroline is joined by Clifton Homecare's Mentoring Lead, Maria Berry. Maria talks about her role within the team, the benefits of mentoring and how she feels every social care team should have access to this level of support.  Maria also talks about her role as a Team Leader and the synergy between leading and supporting a team helps people thrive, personally and professionally.   Linked Information: Maria and Caroline refer to Lars during this conversation. Lars providers Leadership support and his details are:  Lars Isaksen - lars@larsisaksen.com  07870 841942 www.larsisaksen.com  Skills for care: Home - Skills for Care Contented Dementia Trust (Specal): Home - Contented Dementia Trust NEWS 2: NHS England » National Early Warning Score (NEWS) Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    30 min

  5. JAN 7

    Winning with Social care

    Caroline and Craig discuss how Craig's redundancy made it necessary for him to look for another job in the early part of 2021; at the start of the COVID pandemic. It is fair to say Craig was not sure this was going to be a role for him, especially not because he was going to be supporting people with personal care. Together they discuss this and what a role in the adult social care sector actually looks like - as opposed to assumptions made and misperceptions. Craig summarises his journey to date and how he has risen from Domiciliary care worker to a Healthcare Support Assistant role in the space of 4.5 years. He also talks about the awards he has been nominated for and won over this time.  One stand out comment is that no 2 days are the same working in social care.  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    39 min

  6. 12/24/2025

    Responding in social care

    In this episode Caroline is joined by Lauren Taylor, Clifton Homecare's Assistant Manager. Lauren shares with listeners what her role consist of and how varied she finds this. Lauren is enjoying a long and fruitful career in adult social care and she reflects on her journey to date. Lauren feels lucky to be working in the adult social care sector and thoroughly enjoys all aspects of her role, especially when she is supporting the team to make a difference to clients and their families.  As part of her role, Lauren regularly responds to clients who are unwell or who have fallen, providing safe and responsive care whilst reducing the burden on the ambulance service. During the discussion Lauren also reflects on supporting clients at the end of their life and how rewarding this can be, when clients experience a good death.  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    31 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    Social care got under my skin

    Caroline is joined by Margaret for the first episode of series 2.  Up until late 2024 Margaret was Clifton Homecare's Registered Manager. She now fulfills a part time client liaison role - where she enjoys spending time helping and supporting clients and their families navigate their journey when requiring social care support.  Caroline and Margaret chat about Margaret's journey into social care, how it was an accidental step into care and Margaret's long and fruitful career to date. Margaret shares the highs and lows of her career and gives some top tips to others considering a career in social care.  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    30 min

  8. 11/26/2025

    What makes a good carer?

    Caroline is joined by Fiona and Judith to discuss what makes a good carer. Judith shares her insights as an informal carer and Fiona, as a very independent client. They discuss how respectful communication, a sense of humour and asking rather than assuming can help put people at ease. They explore the importance of patience, empathy and the benefits that varied and interesting conversations have. Continuity of care and the building or friendships definitely runs as a theme throughout this podcast, that in some cases this happens quickly and in other cases it takes a little more time.  The discussion highlights how important it is for care providers to ensure safer recruitment processes are carried out in full and all necessary due diligence is completed.  For further information please do not hesitate to contact Caroline at caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk  Contact Caroline on caroline@cliftonhcl.co.uk for a friendly chat. This is Clifton Homecare's website for further information; https://cliftonhcl.co.uk

    44 min
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Do You Care? is the podcast from Clifton Homecare for anyone supporting a loved one at home, anyone trying to understand social care, and anyone considering a career in care.  We explore the real-life questions families face when homecare is needed, alongside honest conversations about the care profession and the people behind it.  Expect practical guidance, reassurance, and insight to help you make informed decisions , whether you are arranging care, working in care, or thinking of joining the sector.

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  • Creator
    Caroline Cosh
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Do you care?
  • Show Website
    Do you care?

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