The West Midlands Care Association has been the voice of the care industry within the region for over twenty years. The Association offers the crucial support care providers require to deliver sustainable excellence within community, nursing, special needs and residential home settings.


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Membership of the West Midlands Care Association offers a raft of advantages to all types of care providers. We offer a comprehensive suite of support services that allow you to concentrate on providing top quality care. Find out more about what we do, or join our membership by clicking the buttons below

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WMCA Registered Managers. Deputies and Seniors CPD Conference:


Is Your Service Effective?


23 January 2023

9.30am - 3.00pm


Bescot Stadium

Walsall


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Our popular Registered Managers Conference is back in January


Following on from the previous themes of are you Well Lead, Safe, and Caring, we will continue with exploring CQC themes with 'Is your service Effective?'


New for this event:


In response to feedback from previous conferences, we will be offering separate Care Home and Home Care streams for some of the sessions to address the differences in the provision of care for different types of services


These meetings are an opportunity for leadership teams to learn from other colleagues and to share good practice


They are open to all Registered Managers, Deputy Managers and Senior Carers across the Midlands


Lunch is provided and tickets are free of charge 

West Midlands Care Association DBS Service



Fast online criminal records checks


West Midlands Care Association DBS System

The WMCA DBS System allows employers to submit electronic applications and quickly receive the results.

WMCA offer Care Providers, a self administered system which can be accessed 24 hours a day. Users have their own secure control panel from where they can add new candidates, monitor the progress of their applications a more importantly see the results as they come in.


Most importantly our staff understand the Care Industry so can answer your DBS questions in a way generic services cannot


WMCA members receive a substantial discount on each search compared to our standard prices

For more information click the buttons on the right

Members Area



Our exclusive members only area of the website includes lots of resources only available to our members including how to access the FREE member HR and Legal Helplines and other supplier discounts (password required)



WMCA Members WhatsApp Group

We have set up a members Whatsapp group, which will enable us to update you with:


  • Our latest events
  • Our latest updates, including added membership benefits and new partnerships that you can benefit from
  • Latest sector news
  • Announcement of the 2025 Excellence in Care Awards nomination window opening
  • An opportunity to network with other members and get support

 

If you would like to be added to this Whatsapp group, click on the button below, read the Terms of Reference and fill in the details on the form (Requires Members Password)

Latest News and Useful Information



WMCA News

Latest news from the DHSC

16 January 2025
Introducing C apacity Tracker Richard Law, a Capacity Tracker Regional Delivery Manager, will be speaking at our Conference on 23rd January on " Why should you benchmark your business"? In the meantime, you can find out more about Richard and Capacity Tracker below. ************************************************************************** Capacity Tracker and NECS combine their consultancy capability with managed services and digital applications. They diagnose the problem, design the solution and deliver the improvement. Whether in support of long-term strategic transformation or management of your everyday functions, NECS helps to lift some of the management burden – allowing you to concentrate on the big strategic issues of the day.
14 January 2025
2025 Webinars: HR & Mental Health at Work Are you ready for the new year? It’s set to be a busy one for businesses all over the UK, and with the latest legislation updates there’s a lot to think about. To help you get back to basics and nail the fundamental parts of your HR strategy join our Partner Citation for their two upcoming webinars. Mental health at work: Practical tips to build happier, healthier teams Thursday 23 January 2-3pm Get the latest expert advice on improving employee mental health in your business. REGISTER NOW: https://tinyurl.com/5ar7r94x HR essentials: Top tips to streamline recruitment and onboarding Tuesday 18 February 2-3pm Your crash course in essentials like recruitment best practice, onboarding and staff retention. REGISTER NOW: https://tinyurl.com/ywnbpv5u If you’d like to chat about how Citation can help with the HR, Health & Safety side of your business, just give them a call on 0345 844 1111 , or fill in their call-back form , and they'll get right back to you. Remember to quote ‘West Midlands Care Association’ when enquiring to access preferential rates.
14 January 2025
Latest International Recruitment E-Bulletin: Essential Updates and Support for Care Providers We’re pleased to share with you the latest International Recruitment E-Bulletin, which provides important updates and information to support Care Providers and displaced International Care Workers in the West Midlands. In this edition, you’ll find guidance on: Speeding up your Certificate of Sponsorship Applications The rollout of e-Visas & what they mean for care providers Accessing legal support and guidance for international recruitment. Resources and support for displaced International Care Workers living in the West Midlands. Click here to access the latest E-Bulletin . If you have any questions about the support available through the International Recruitment Programme 2024-25, please don’t hesitate to contact them by email at hello@wmca.international Additionally, if you know of any displaced International Care Workers living in the West Midlands who require support, please direct them to www.revoked.support. They will be asked to complete a short form, after which the team will reach out to provide assistance.
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Social Media



Our Social Media feeds are updated daily with the latest news from the association and from around the care industry

To get the latest uptodate news and notifications of our events, follow us on Facebook, Threads, Linkedin and Instagram by clicking the links below. If you are a WMCA member you can also join the members WhatsApp group by clicking the WhatsApp logo.



Newsletters



WMCA publishes a weekly members newsletter with government updates and whats new in the industry and the Care Association. 


You can access the archive by clicking on the button below (requires members password)


WMCA Newsletter Archive

Advice to Care Providers

At WMCA we try to keep our members up to date of new developments in the industry on a regulatory level or just general advice on business matters

Advice to New Providers

Setting up a new care service can be daunting. Once you've completed your CQC registration, what do you do next?

Click on the button below to access some advice for new adult social care providers, which we hope is useful.


NEW PROVIDERS

Advice on Business Issues

Whether you are setting up a new business or running an established one, the care sector presents a unique set of challenges


We have produced information pages which are designed to help you with numerous business challenges, such as marketing, cost control and business continuity

BUSINESS ADVICE

Advice on Recruiting

Recruitment and Retention are perennial issues for the care sector


The Care Association has been advising its members for many years on various elements of recruitment and we also work with trusted partners who can help you.


We have produced  information pages which are designed to help you with numerous recruitment challenges.


RECRUITING

Advice on Regulation

Adult Social Care is one of the most heavily regulated sectors of industry and the legislation can be a minefield.


We operate Free helpines for members on HR and Legal Matters.


We have produced information pages which are designed to help you with numerous challenges.


REGULATION

International Recruitment Support

www.wmca.international

The West Midlands Care Association is working in partnership with other care associations,  West Midlands ADASS, West Midlands Employers, Local Authorities and the independent provider sector, to provide international recruitment support across the region

Regional Recruitment Hub

This Hub has been developed to provide information, advice and guidance on international recruitment to the adult social care sector. It has been developed for both providers of adult social care and councils operating in the West Midlands and offers Free advice including legal and HR

WM HUB

Webinars

This Hub is delivering a program of International recruitment webinars which are free to attend for West Midlands based care providers. Details are available on our events pages or by clicking below


WEBINARS

Looking to recruit?

Are you a care provider with a valid sponsorship license who is looking to recruit from overseas? There may be people already here looking for alternative employment


We are working with displaced individuals who are looking for work. If you are interested in potentially employing any of these individuals then please register your details with us


REGISTER

Additional Advice

We have pulled together additional international recruitment advice for our members. details of which can be accessed below (requires members password)







OTHER ADVICE

Digital Care Support

www.wmca.digital

The West Midlands Care Association is working closely with our local ICBs and national bodies in the roll out of digitisation programmes. You can see details of all the various digital programmes by clicking here


Better Security Better Care:

Need help with the DSPT?


Better Security, Better Care is a national and local support programme to help adult social care providers to store and share information safely. It covers paper and digital records and focuses on helping care providers to complete the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) – the annual, online self-assessment.


You do not have to be a data or digital expert to get support. The programme can support you – wherever you are on your data security journey.


West Midlands Care Association is your local support organisation, and offers a raft of online resources, workshops and one to one support, all of which is FREE  to CQC registered providers. 


Find out more by clicking the button below.


Local Information



If you are looking for information on the Local Authorities and ICBs that we cover click on the links below

Events and Training

Events and Training
www.wmca.events


We've reorganised our events listings into:



These are listed below (to see a complete list of all events and training sessions click
here and for Registered Managers Networks click here)


New and Notable:

WMCA Registered Managers. Deputies and Seniors CPD Conference:

Is Your Service Effective?

23 January 2025

9:30am - 3:00pm


Venue:


Bescot Stadium

Walsall

WS1 4SA

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Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds

More Details and Book

SOLD OUT

Join the waiting list

Our popular Registered Managers Conference is back in January


Following on from the previous themes of are you Well Lead, Safe, and Caring, we will continue with exploring CQC themes with 'Is your service Effective?'


New for this event:


In response to feedback from previous conferences, we will be offering separate Care Home and Home Care streams for some of the sessions to address the differences in the provision of care for different types of services


These meetings are an opportunity for leadership teams to learn from other colleagues and to share good practice


They are open to all Registered Managers, Deputy Managers and Senior Carers across the Midlands


Lunch is provided and tickets are free of charge


16 February 2024
30 January 2025 3.00pm - 4.15pm
16 February 2024
4 February 2025 9:30am - 130pm

Upcoming Conferences and Workshops - www.wmca.events


West Midlands Care Association runs events and training for our members and the wider care industry throughout the year

You can see a list of our upcoming events and training on the right hand side of this page. Or see the listings for training sessions and digitisation support further down the page.


Conferences

WMCA run several large scale conferences each year, aimed at Care Homes and Domicilicary Care providers. They are a great opportunity to network with other providers and meet representatives from local authorities, health and suppliers from across the West Midlands.


Workshops

We organise workshops in partnership with trusted suppliers to cascade information and training about new or upcoming legislation


Proud to Care Recruitment Roadshows


We organise regular careers roadshows aimed at those looking for a career or employment in care. WMCA members can exhibit at these roadshows free of charge. Allowing them to connect with prospective new employees



Previous Events


For materials and presentations from pervious events, please click the button below

Previous Events

Exhibiting


We are normally able to offer sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities at most of our events. You can find more information by clicking the button below.

Exhibiting
by Keiron Broadbent 1 March 2024
Sold Out - Join Waiting List 23 January 2025 9.30am - 3.00pm
16 February 2024
30 January 2025 3.00pm - 4.15pm
16 February 2024
4 February 2025 9:30am - 130pm
1 February 2024
18 February 2025 9:30am - 4:30pm
15 January 2024
27 February 2025 10:00am - 11:00am
31 December 2023
20 March 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm
by Keiron Broadbent 1 December 2023
27 March 2025 9.30am - 3.00pm
More Conferences and Workshops

Upcoming Training Sessions - www.wmca.training



West Midlands Care Association has partnered up with various training providers to cover all of your training needs


As well as the workshops highlighted on this page, we are always open to suggestions from our members and if there is sufficient demand, we will organise workshops for you


If you have specific training requirements please get in touch as we can signpost you to one of our preferred training providers (or use the links below)


We run weekly webinars if you need help with completing the Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT), details of which are below. Alternatively, check out our DSPT Help pages



Training Portal
16 February 2024
4 February 2025 9:30am - 130pm
1 February 2024
18 February 2025 9:30am - 4:30pm
More Training Sessions

Upcoming Digital Support Sessions - www.wmca.digital




Digital Care support


The West Midlands Care Association is the Local Support Organisation for Better Security Better Care - a national program of support to help you with your digital compliance by completing the Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT). Just look for the DSPT logo in the event listings for helpful webinars and workshops. For further information on the DSPT support we offer click here


If you have general questions about adopting digital solutions, join us on our monthly Digital Surgery


by Keiron Broadbent 16 March 2024
21 January 2025 10.00am - 11.00am
by Keiron Broadbent 15 March 2024
22 January 2025 2.00pm - 3.30pm
by Keiron Broadbent 28 February 2024
23 January 2025 2.00pm - 3.30pm
by Keiron Broadbent 27 February 2024
28 January 2025 10.00am - 11.00pm
More Digital Support Sessions

Advice on Finding Care and Legal Planning



Finding care for yourself or a family member can be daunting prospect.


Help Me Find Care has advice on finding care along with a  directory of our member care providers and advice on the steps you need to take to protect yourself and your family legally, including power of attorney and making a will.


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