Entries by Stephen Wilson

Care work: Finding Fulfilment

New Year – new career. It’s a common mantra which makes January the most popular month of the year for job-hunting! But how we work, where we work – and who we work with – are all hugely important in finding the perfect job. And for many, social care provides the freedom to work in our local communities in a role which is as rewarding as it is challenging.

Pulling together for winter

This winter is set to be one of the most difficult that we have had for a very long time; pulling together can help make it a little less daunting for our vulnerable neighbours.

Helping Others Stay Warm this Winter

Good boilers, draft excluders and energy efficient heaters are all critical in saving energy and keeping warm, but as a care worker, there are other simple ways of making sure that service users stay cosy and healthy …

Tips for the new Care Worker

At Social Care Alba (SCA), we know it can be daunting in a new job, which is why we like to make sure you have all the support you need to help you become a competent member of our team.

Working with End-of-life Service Users

End-of-life care work is the most challenging type of care to give, but it’s also rewarding, in that you are privileged to be part of the service user’s journey through the last stage of their lives.

SCA and Complex Behaviour – Overview

Working with service users with complex behaviours can be challenging, so understanding what complex behaviours are, and how Social Care Alba (SCA) care staff should address them, is crucial to providing safe and effective care.