Welcome to our monthly Digital Newsletter
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the adult social care sector, offering innovative solutions to enhance care quality, efficiency, and safety.
From streamlining assessments to supporting workforce strategies, AI is transforming how care is delivered, making it more responsive and sustainable. In this newsletter, we introduce you to some compelling articles on AI in social care and how these advancements are shaping the future of the sector.
Additionally, we are excited to inform you about our upcoming webinar and other digital news and events that will keep you at the forefront of this digital transformation. Stay tuned for more details and join us in exploring the future of adult social care.
| | AI in Social Care: progress and plans | | |
The Institute for Ethics in AI at Oxford University, Digital Care Hub and Casson Consulting are working with over 50 organisations to explore the responsible use of generative AI in social care.
Over the last year, the collaborative has produced ethical principles for AI; a care workers' statement on AI; and most recently a report on what people drawing on care and their unpaid carers want to see.
In the next few weeks, the collaborative will also publish an updated set of principles, guidance for care providers and a pledge for tech suppliers.
There are also some limited places available for the AI in Social Care Summit at Oxford University on 27 March.
Find out more here
| | AI and Care Planning? What You Need to Know | | |
As artificial intelligence (AI) begins to be used more widely, there is increasing interest in using it as a tool to speed up creating care plans.
However, this raises some knotty questions about whether it is appropriate to use AI in this way.
Care plans are highly personalised documents that reflect an individual’s needs (including medical), personal preferences, and safety risks.
AI may generate text, but the jury is still out on whether AI can have the professional judgement and sensitivity required to create safe and tailored care plans.
Find out more here
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Concerned about a ChatGPT data breach?
Here’s what you need to know
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If you’ve seen recent headlines about a possible breach of ChatGPT accounts, you might be wondering whether your data is at risk.
A hacker recently claimed on a dark web forum that they have stolen 20 million OpenAI user logins and are offering them for sale.
But before you panic, let’s take a closer look at what’s really happening—and what you should do to stay safe.
Find out more here
| | Join Us for an Exciting AI Webinar! | | |
📅 Date: 9th April 2025
🕒 Time: 12.00 p.m GMT
Are you ready to dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence?
Agenda:
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Welcome and AI Overview: Get a comprehensive introduction to AI and its transformative potential.
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Post-Summit Updates: Hear the latest insights and developments from the recent AI summit.
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Social Care Guidance: Learn how AI is revolutionizing social care and improving lives.
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Provider Presentations: Discover real-world applications of AI in practice from leading providers.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with industry experts!
Register Now: Book your ticket now!
| | First ever Cyber Game launched for Social Care staff | | |
We have launched the first-ever Cyber Game designed specifically for adult social care providers!
Offering a free, fun and engaging way to learn about cyber security and data protection.
Players can take on the role of a registered manager, a data protection lead or a care worker dealing with realistic cyber threats. Each scenario is based on actual cyber incidents. The aim is to manage the crisis effectively.
Just as in real life, the decisions you make will impact security, time and cost. It is all about balancing risks and impact.
Find out more here
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CONGRATULATIONS
As one of the local support organisations lucky to work alongside you, we are continually inspired by your commitment to making the sector safer and more informed.
Congratulations, Michelle, on this incredible achievement!
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Michelle Corrigan wins Cyber Award
We are thrilled to congratulate our Programme Director, Michelle Corrigan, on being awarded one of the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber 2025.
This well-deserved recognition highlights her outstanding contributions to improving digital security across the social care sector.
Find out more here
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Event Summary:
Face-to-Face Data Protection & Cyber Security Deep Dive Clinic
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On February 27, 2025, we hosted an engaging and informative Face-to-Face Data Protection & Cyber Security Deep Dive Clinic at Didcot Civic Hall, Oxford. The event was a fantastic opportunity for participants to dive deep into critical topics such as business continuity plans, data protection policies, record retention, and managing remote working staff.
Event Highlights:
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Topics Covered: Business continuity plans, data protection policies, record retention, managing remote working staff
Feedback Summary:
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Overall Satisfaction: 4.60 /5
Participant Quotes:
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Anonymous: "Very interesting around BCP and additional data protection to be applied."
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Anonymous: "Covered areas I required and as per agenda, lots of information and sharing."
The clinic was a resounding success, with participants expressing high levels of satisfaction. The comprehensive coverage of essential topics and the wealth of information shared were particularly appreciated. We are thrilled with the positive feedback and look forward to hosting more events that empower and inform our community. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a success!
| | A Big Thank You and Cheerio to Fiona! | | |
It's time to say a heartfelt thank you and cheerio to our amazing colleague, Fiona, who joined OACP in October 2019 Fiona set up our Trusted Assessor Service initially via a pilot, setting out the solid base for the existing service and she has been a vital part of the OACP family since.
For the last five years, she has led our digital project with incredible passion and creativity. Her time with us has been filled with fantastic achievements. You've transformed the digital landscape for many BOB care providers, boosting DSPT compliance in our area from 2% to 70%. Your innovative ideas and leadership have inspired us all.
While we're sad to see her go, we're excited for her next adventure as part of the national Digital Care Hub. So, this isn't goodbye – just a cheerio.
Thank you, Fiona. We wish you all the best and can't wait to hear about your next success.
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The NCSC launched a nationwide campaign on 3rd March urging people and small businesses to toughen up their online security by turning on 2-step verification (2SV, also known as 2FA) for their online accounts.
The campaign encourages people to adopt 2SV as a simple, yet highly effective way to protect their most important accounts and keep the fraudsters out.
Find out more about 2SV
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As your official local support partner we're here to help, contact our team for FREE!
If you would like support with completing the DSPT, book your 1-1 now!
| | This offer of support is part of the Better Security, Better Care programme, funded by NHS Transformation Directorate (formerly NHSX) to support data and cyber security across the adult social care provider sector. | |
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