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Volunteering is a crucial asset for any organisation, particularly in the charity sector. Volunteers contribute invaluable experience and diverse perspectives, fostering inclusive and dynamic workplaces. It is essential to recognise volunteers' profound impact on service users and services. How can we effectively acknowledge this impact, recruit the right volunteers, and provide them with the necessary skills and attributes for their roles? To celebrate Volunteers Week, Rebecca discusses best...

In honour of Dementia Awareness/Action Week, host Diana Wolfin interviews Tanya Miller, Jewish Care’s North London Community Hub Manager. Tanya provides an in-depth look at how dementia affects individuals and their loved ones and shares valuable insights and thoughts on the future of dementia care.We also hear from Michael Lixenberg, who courageously shares his personal experience of caring for a loved one living with dementia. Additionally, Sonia Sanders joins us to discuss her passionate w...

In health and social care, hospitality and catering play vital roles beyond just providing food. They're integral to the overall well-being and the holistic experience of people receiving care. Whether it's in hospitals or residential settings, serving nourishing meals and offering thoughtful hospitality doesn't just meet physical needs—it also nurtures a sense of dignity, comfort, and belonging. Join Jason and Erika in this insightful episode as they explore how hospitality shapes servi...

The first World Social Work Day was celebrated in 2007 under the theme “Social Work - Making a World of Difference”, and 17 years later we celebrate World Social Work Day 2024 with the theme ‘Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change’. In this podcast we hear from two Social Workers, Eve Curtis from Jewish Care, and Nicole Valens from the Association of Jewish Refugees, about why they think it’s a wonderful career despite the challenges in the world of adult social care....

Welcome to the fifth episode of our podcast, where we explore the essence of living a meaningful, engaged, and active life, especially at a later stage. In today's discussion, we illuminate day centres' profound impact on our beloved older community members and their families. Join us as we accompany Teresa and Timea on their journey. They generously share their invaluable experiences as centre coordinators for individuals with and without Dementia.Host: Dalia GurariGuest: Timea Kerekgyartone...

The 27th of January is Holocaust Memorial Day. To commemorate the event, Rebecca discusses with Rachel the events from the Holocaust, Rachel's experience, how it has affected her long-term health and well-being and the support she received. SJ and Moshe elaborate on how they support survivors and their families affected by such events, the need for a specialised service, and their positive impact. Host: Rebecca LewisGuest: Rachel LevyGuest 2: SJ BursteinGuest 3: Moshe TellerPr...