Profiles

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Nick

Nick is a social worker at Leeds City Council. Part of Nick’s job is to carry out social care needs assessments and recommend a range of care and support options.

  • Background

    Nick carries out needs assessments for people who may need help with everyday activities such as washing, dressing and getting meals. Even if you are paying for your own care,...

  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Sharon

    Sharon previously worked in the banking sector and is now income services manager at City of York Council. She oversees financial assessments for people needing social care.

  • Background

    Sharon manages money and care on behalf of self-funders who need assistance. She also offers information and advice about eligibility for help with paying for care and care-related benefits.

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Tish Hanifan

    Tish Hanifan is founder and joint chair of the Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA). SOLLA ensures people seeking advice about financial issues in later life can find a local Accredited Adviser.

  • Background

    Tish is a qualified barrister and is committed to protecting the rights of older people.  Working alongside financial services, Tish could see how important it is to get the right...

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Nadra Ahmed

    Nadra Ahmed OBE DL is executive chair of the National Care Association, a position she has held for more than 20 years. The organisation supports care providers across all types of adult social care.

  • Background

    Nadra has 40 years’ experience of working in social care. She is passionate about quality training for care workers and sharing best practice in the sector.

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Dan Harbour

    Dan Harbour is managing director of Beacon CHC, a social enterprise providing free advice, expert information and affordable casework for families navigating the continuing healthcare system.

  • Background

    Dan has in-depth knowledge of NHS continuing healthcare (CHC) and funded nursing care. He and his team advise on eligibility for help with the cost of care.

  • Sex/Gender Male