Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Care providers play an important role in the national response to stop the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak amongst vulnerable adults.
As the CPA we are collating and signposting to the latest guidance and advice from reliable sources on our website. We are also creating briefings, protocols and resources for care providers. We are updating this site daily, so please check it frequently.
Mandatory vaccination and HR issues: webinar 16 Sept
2 September 2021
Join CPA and workforce experts for webinar on HR implications of COVID-19 vaccination as condition of deployment
Book webinar 4-5pm, 16 Sept
Latest
Coronavirus News
Q & A on vaccination as condition of deployment
26 August 2021
Q & A and presentation from CPA webinar held on 23 August with CQC and DHSC
View Q & A and presentationVisiting care homes, plus Essential Care Giver: webinar 17 September
2 September 2021
Join CPA and experts to discuss care home visiting arrangements including the Essential Care Giver role
Book webinar 9.30 – 11am, 17 SeptVCOD exemptions temporary process
15 September 2021
12 week temporary self-certification system for care home staff announced
Read DHSC guidance
CPA
Guidance and Information
Business and finance
Latest information on financial and business issues for care providers including funding, sustainability, insurance and indemnity.
Read moreCommunication
Tips and useful links on talking about coronavirus to staff, service users, families, and the media.
Read moreCoronavirus - guidance for care providers
Access the main government, CPA and national bodies' information for different care settings, including information on data and reporting, visitors and local lockdowns.
Read moreCoronavirus Vaccination
Information on the vaccination programme for staff and people using services, including encouraging uptake
Read moreCoronavirus: Infection Prevention and Control
Top tips on good infection control, and links to CPA and other national bodies' guidance.
Read moreCPA and the media
The CPA can respond to press enquiries on behalf of the sector. Read the latest CPA press statement on Coronavirus.
Read moreMental health and wellbeing
Advice and links on managing anxiety and wellbeing. Information for employers and individuals.
Read moreRegulation and Legislation
Information from CQC on changes to regulation, plus details on legislative changes including the Coronavirus Act 2020.
Read moreSupplies: PPE and food
Information accessing PPE and food supplies, plus priority shopping for care workers
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