Current Landscape
As the UK population grows and ages, more people are living longer whom have multiple complex conditions, with these, critical questions arise about how to effectively fund and deliver care for those in need. It's essential to take a long-term approach in designing and implementing services that enable individuals to access NHS Continuing Care in various settings beyond the hospital, such as at home or in a care home.
Importance and timeliness of the event
The NHS Continuing Healthcare Conference brings together NHS professionals, policymakers and stakeholders to discuss the latest developments within CHC and also look at the challenges of funding and assessment for CHC.
Key content streams:
- CHC Assessment Process: Adapting CHC assessments to better meet the needs of neurodivergent individuals, focusing on personalised approaches and training for CHC assessors.
- Data Sharing: Enhancing inter-agency data sharing while balancing patient confidentiality to improve decision-making and care coordination in CHC.
- Policy Updates and Regulatory Changes: Reviewing and preparing for recent and upcoming policy changes affecting CHC, with a focus on compliance and the impact on service delivery.
- Financial Sustainability: Exploring strategies for managing costs, addressing funding challenges, and ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of CHC.
- Collaborative Partnerships: explore the importance of collaborative partnerships between healthcare providers, local authorities, third-sector organisations, and advocacy groups in delivering integrated CHC services in a variety of settings.
Why attend
The NHS Continuing Healthcare Conference is a must-attend event for anyone involved in the delivery and commissioning of NHS Continuing Healthcare services This conference offers a unique platform to learn, collaborate, and drive innovation within CHC and is free to attend for all NHS professionals.
