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The Government has spent less time and less money on elderly and child care or family policy.
2011: social affairs news in review
While the NHS has been in the spotlight all year, the Government has spent less time and less money on elderly and child care or family policy.
By Martin Beckford, Social Affairs Editor
8:00AM GMT 22 Dec 2011
Elderly care
After years of indecision, delay and argument, a comprehensive and workable solution to England’s elderly care crisis was finally delivered in 2011.
The proposal by the Dilnot Commission to cap costs at about £35,000, and to make the means-testing system less unfair on pensioners with some assets, was almost universally welcomed by campaigners and support groups.
Carers at Christmas
Hospital staff celebrate carers’ excellent work
Carers from the Clacton area who look after elderly relatives with mental health issues have had their work celebrated by hospital staff.
More than 100 carers and service users, who use the day hospital, were invited to the Freeland Court for a festive lunch, coffee and mince pies as a thank you from staff.
Tips on how to avoid the Emergency Department over Christmas
How to avoid the Emergency Department this Christmas
News Release
21/12/2011
The last place anyone wants to spend the festive season is in an Emergency Department. Our top tips on aim to help keep you and your loved ones safe this Christmas and avoid needing a trip to hospital.
