Does the future of care really need to look like a robot?
Robots make great headlines. A humanoid leading an exercise class. A robotic arm lifting someone from bed to wheelchair. A fluffy robot seal comforting a resident with dementia. No wonder...
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The invisible care load: how everyday tasks quietly add up
Caring is not always defined by the big moments. Often, it is made up of dozens of small tasks: checking if someone is awake, reminding them to take medication, sending...
AI in social care: Sentai begins Liverpool care pilot
Testing AI in social care: what Sentai’s Liverpool pilot could mean for independent living The best way to understand whether new technology can make a meaningful difference in social care...
We know prevention works - so why are families still waiting for a crisis?
We recently commissioned research to better understand how families across the UK approach support for older relatives. What we found was a striking gap between what people know and how they...
The Benefits of Preventative Care: Social Care Savings and Improved Quality of Life
Research from the Local Government Association shows that every £1 spent on preventative social care saves £3.17 on early action and support in the health and social care sector, with...
The Future of Caregiving: A summary of Sentai’s Round Table Discussion
Health and social care are coming under the spotlight in 2025, with new technologies, increased investment, and transformative changes aimed at tackling the long-standing challenges in caregiving. In November 2024,...
Balancing Informal Care and Career: Are Employers Supporting the Sandwich Generation?
The sandwich generation refers to middle-aged adults who are responsible for bringing up their own children while also caring for their aging parents. This group often finds themselves “sandwiched” between...
Winter-Proofing Healthcare: The Role of Technology in Strengthening Local Systems
As we navigate the depths of winter and January blues, healthcare systems across the UK face familiar but formidable challenges. Colder months bring a surge in respiratory illnesses, flu cases,...