As we approach the second half of 2022 and get used to living with COVID, it looks as though plenty of change will take place within the care sector in the forthcoming years. It would therefore be prudent to reflect on the last 12 months and to assess the next stages for the sector.
For operators, there are key areas that remain high on the agenda that have not changed during pre- and post-pandemic times and, in fact, are simply heightened during tougher, unpredictable times. These areas are also the main topics of conversation with funders.
Conversation with funders can be very focused on a particular ‘flavour of the month’; therefore, it is always key to be aware of the particular topics that are being discussed in the sector by regulators, the government, and various news outlets.
Staffing
Staffing provided a concern for many businesses due to the outcome of Brexit and the UK leaving the EU. Travel restrictions