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ECA provides support, knowledge and advice to the social care sector in Essex, Southend and Thurrock

28/10/2026

ECA Exclusive Offer – FREE 30-Day Trial of Gather!

FREE Webinar: How Data-Driven Decisions Can Improve Your Care Business

📅 Wednesday 11th November
⏰ 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Join Gather to discover how data-driven decisions can improve your care business, identify areas for development and help you evidence good governance in line with CQC expectations.

🎁 Exclusive Offer: Register for and attend the webinar to receive a FREE, no-obligation 30-day trial of Gather!

👉 Register your interest by visiting: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-data-driven-decisions-can-improve-your-care-business-tickets-2002416927935

27/10/2026

🎙️ ECA in the Spotlight! 🎙️

Our very own Director of Development at ECA, Simon Harniess, was recently featured in a podcast interview with Nicola Richardson, also known as The People Mentor.

The discussion explores “How to Manage a Small Team You Rarely See in Person”, sharing valuable insights into the challenges and best practices of leading a team remotely.

🎥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkmJmNT4aps

26/10/2026

Accidents are never nice, and no matter how many measures you have in place, sometimes there's just no stopping them.

Do you know what to do if one happens, whether it's RIDDOR reportable, or what your accident investigation should include?

You don't have to work it out alone. Citation's free Health & Safety advice line is here to help, with friendly, practical and confidential guidance that puts your business first.

Call 0161 504 0843 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday and don’t forget to quote “ECA” when you call.

23/10/2026

📣 Stay Connected with Essex Care Association!

Be part of our growing community supporting the social care sector across Essex, Southend and Thurrock 💙

Follow us for:
✅ The latest care sector news & updates
✅ Upcoming events including webinars.
✅ Resources, guidance, and support for providers

👉 Let’s keep working together to strengthen social care in Essex!

🔗 Follow us on:
LinkedIn: EssexCareAssociation
Instagram:
Facebook: EssexCareAssociation

22/10/2026

📢 Important Announcement: AGM & Conference Cancellation

Unfortunately, due to lower-than-expected attendance, we have made the difficult decision to cancel our AGM & Conference scheduled for Wednesday 4th November 2026.

Ticket refunds will be issued to all members who have purchased tickets. These will be processed via Eventbrite.

We hope to reschedule our AGM and conference speakers for a later date, so please keep an eye out for further updates and announcements.

We sincerely apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause and thank all our members for their understanding and continued support.

22/10/2026

Looking after others starts with looking after yourself.

If you work for an ECC-commissioned adult social care provider and live in Essex* you could access FREE health and wellbeing benefits through Vivup, including:

✅ 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
✅ Counselling and online GP appointments
✅ Wellbeing tools and healthy lifestyle support
✅ Discounts at major UK retailers

Find out more and check your eligibility: https://www.essexproviderhub.org/recruitment-retention-and-wellbeing/retention/employee-assistance-programme/

*Available to employees living in Essex (excluding Southend and Thurrock) who work for an ECC-commissioned adult social care provider. Delivered in partnership with Care England.

21/10/2026

🌈 Happy International Pronouns Day! 🌈

Today is a reminder that everyone deserves to be seen, respected, and addressed in a way that reflects who they are.

Using someone’s correct pronouns is a small but meaningful way to show kindness, inclusion, and respect.

Whether you use she/her, he/him, they/them, or another set of pronouns, your identity matters.

Let’s create spaces where everyone feels comfortable being themselves — today and every day. 🫶

20/10/2026

Stay in the loop! 💌

Sign up for our monthly newsletter and get the latest news, updates on training and exclusive offers for providers within Essex!

Subscribe today to get our October edition!

https://essexcare.org.uk/sign-up-to-our-newsletter

19/10/2026

🦠 Infection Prevention and Control Week 🦠

This week, we are recognising the vital role social care providers play in keeping people safe.

From good hand hygiene and correct PPE use to effective cleaning, and recognising signs of infection — everyday actions make a difference.

Let’s continue to make infection prevention and control part of everyday care.

16/10/2026

ECA Members – have you taken advantage of your exclusive free online training through our partnership with the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM)?

Here’s what you get as an ECA member:
✅ FREE access to a wide range of training courses for your staff
✅ Opportunities to upskill and develop your team

📩 Want to learn more?
Email us at [email protected]
for full details and your unique login code.

Let’s grow together! 💙

Address

251-255 Church Road
Benfleet
SS74QP

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441268565551

Website

https://www.essexcare.org.uk/

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