The future of adult social care in England is under the spotlight, and people with lived experience are being invited to help shape what comes next.
Baroness Louise Casey, Chair of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care, has launched The Big Conversation on Care, described as the most ambitious public conversation about adult social care in a generation. The initiative gives people across England an opportunity to share their experiences, ideas and priorities for the future of care and support.
Adult social care touches millions of lives, including older people, disabled adults, unpaid carers and the families who support them. The Casey Commission wants to hear directly from those who rely on, deliver or interact with care services so that real experiences help inform future recommendations and reforms.
For unpaid family carers, this is an important opportunity. Family carers have first-hand experience of navigating health and care systems, coordinating support, advocating for loved ones and balancing caring responsibilities alongside work and family life. Their insight can help ensure that future services better recognise and support the vital role carers play in communities across the country.
The Big Conversation on Care includes an online platform where people can share ideas, discuss priorities and vote on suggestions made by others. The feedback gathered will help inform the work of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care as it considers the future of social care in England.
At Suffolk Family Carers, we encourage carers to make their voices heard. Whether your experiences of care have been positive or challenging, your perspective can help influence future policy and contribute to a care system that better supports both those who receive care and those who provide it.
Get Involved
You can learn more about the initiative and take part in the conversation by visiting the Casey Commission’s Big Conversation on Care website.
Hayley Hancock, Director of Service Delivery & Impact, Suffolk Family Carer said “Unpaid family carers have a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities within our health and social care system. Decisions about the future of social care should be informed by the experiences of those who provide care every day. We encourage carers across Suffolk to take part in the Big Conversation on Care and help ensure their voices are heard.”
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