Care providers and service users show it's good to talk

Saturday 21 October 2023

Organisations providing health and social care for children and young people have taken part in discussions organised by the Jersey Care Commission to reflect the its expanded role.

Dubbed the Care Conversation, the dialogue with those who provide care, as well as service-users, forms a key part of the Care Commission's regulatory role, which was widened at the start of this year to include children and young people.

During September, Care Commission staff hosted discussions including the Education Department, Family Nursing & Home Care, Sanctuary Trust and St Joseph’s Care Home.

Details of topics discussed will be shared by the Care Commission on social media over the coming weeks.

Becky Sherrington, Chief Inspector of the Care Commission, said: "The purpose of the Care Conversation is to share the value of regulation to the community, service providers and service users with islanders.

"We see the role of regulation as adding value to these groups through setting clear standards that provide independent assurance about the quality, safety and effectiveness of health and social care services."

Care Commission Chair, Glenn Houston added: "It's important to know if independent regulation is making a significant difference to the lives of those who use health and social care services in Jersey.

"The best way to find out is to ask care providers and care receivers about their experiences."