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“Our home is their forever home and I love that we give them that chance.”
Amanda Owen has dedicated the last 40 years of her professional life to caring for children and young people – formerly as Children’s Matron at Colchester General Hospital, and head of
With a change of government on the horizon, what does social care need from a future leader?
Until the votes have been cast, anything is possible. However, there’s a degree of inevitability about tomorrow’s General Election. Political mind games aside, Labour is expected to take charge on
Don’t mention the ‘p’ word – why profit and purpose can go hand-in-hand to drive change in social care
Profit has always been a contentious word in social care, particularly when it’s made by private sector providers backed by private equity investors. As Sir Martin Narey said in his
“We will keep role modelling how you should live your life and, most importantly, we will always make them feel as if they are coming home.”
Whether it’s inside or outside of work, it’s clear that Danielle loves nothing better than pulling up her sleeves and getting stuck into the job in hand. At home, it’s
Culture beats policy all day long
“All children should be able to live happy, rewarding, and fulfilling lives.” Truer words were never spoken. “Children’s social care can change lives for the better.” Again, I wholeheartedly agree. “We must innovate, learn
Tristone Healthcare sees revenue rise in year of significant inward investment
Revenue across Tristone Healthcare’s portfolio of businesses has risen by 35% in a year that has seen the buy-and-build-and-hold investment group invest significantly in the social care providers it supports.
With modern slavery cases on the rise in health and social care, how should organisations approach the growing issue?
The current landscape In 2022, there were nearly 17,000 potential victims of modern slavery referred to the Home Office, representing a 33% increase on the previous year and the highest
Bringing studies to life in business
Mahatma Gandhi once said: “We must become the change we want to see.” While his views were no doubt draped in much higher sentiment, there is a lot of truth to be
Tristone Healthcare launches recruitment platform in bid to tackle social care labour shortages
Tristone Healthcare – the independent buy and build investment group – has launched an innovative recruitment platform in a bid to tackle the growing labour shortage in the social care sector.
Tristone Healthcare bags shortlist for Tomorrow’s Care Awards
We’re delighted to announce that Tristone Healthcare has been shortlisted for a Tomorrow’s Care Awards 2024, which celebrate those providers making a real impact in the care sector. Twenty-five companies
Government listens, as it sets out plans for Mandatory Reporting Duty
In May 2022, the Government published its response to the final report from the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). The report contained a raft of recommendations aimed at
Tristone Healthcare clinches CPD accreditation as part of ambitious training initiative
Tristone Healthcare – the independent buy and build investment group – has become a CPD accredited training provider and will launch a series of bespoke training packages for businesses across its
From Lost to Leader – why we need to invest in our Social Care Leaders
Guest Blog From Arlene Kyle – an international transformational coach who’s passionate about empowering people to transform, grow and flourish to truly live their best life. The social care crisis
Tristone Healthcare broadens reach with latest acquisition
Tristone Healthcare – the independent buy and build investment group – has announced the acquisition of South West Intervention Services Ltd (SWIS) to extend its footprint in the social care sector. The acquisition of the South West provider – which is
How to achieve ‘a gloriously ordinary life’
At the end of 2022, the House of Lords Adult Social Care Committee published a report, challenging the Government to implement urgent reforms in the sector. Entitled, ‘A Gloriously Ordinary
Tristone Healthcare strengthens portfolio with latest acquisition
24 November 2022 Tristone Healthcare has announced the acquisition of K Bond Healthcare Ltd (trading as Next Steps), completing a trio of deals in 2022 for the buy and build
A social care leader’s perspective
The narrative around children’s social care has, in recent years, been both negative and counterproductive. Headline after headline has been laced with failings and bad practice, particularly concerning the private
It’s time to stop talking and take action
The issue of children in care is rarely far from the frontpages – and it’s usually accompanied by sensational and often misleading headlines. Ofsted’s latest study into children in care, Why do children go into
Tristone Healthcare Backs Beyond Limits
Tristone Healthcare has announced the acquisition of Beyond Limits (Plymouth) Ltd, marking a strong first quarter for the buy and build social care investment group. The acquisition of the Plymouth-headquartered
Tristone Healthcare backs Seaside Care Homes
Buy and build social care investment group, Tristone Healthcare, has announced the acquisition of Essex-based Seaside Care Homes Ltd. This follows the news that the investor has the backing of
Children in care are treated as “criminals rather than victims”
children who require care away from their families are treated as “criminals rather than victims”, with aHis comments certainly grabbed headlines and thrust the ICHA into the media spotlight. But
Alison Moore: Q&A
“Tristone has done exactly what they said they would do – if you focus on values then everything else will follow” Passion and purpose are hallmarks of the Tristone philosophy.
Tristone Healthcare sees revenue jump in milestone year
Tristone Healthcare – the care division of privately-owned investment company, Tristone Capital – has reported a three-fold increase in revenue in 2021 across its community of businesses. In the calendar year,
Ten things you should know before selling a care business
Selling a business that you’ve put your heart and soul into for many years can be an extremely emotive process – not to mention a complex one. Knowing where to
Tristone Healthcare secures £20 million funding for growth
Buy and build social care investment group, Tristone Healthcare, has received £20 million of funding from Duke Royalty to support its long-term growth ambitions. The capital will be used to
Independent Safeguarding Board Q&A –Jane Foster
Jane Foster is a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) for Tri Borough Children’s Services, and a specialist safeguarding advisor with international experience. Based in Cornwall, and a lover of bodyboarding
Independent Safeguarding Board Q&A – Lynne Wigens
In the latest in our series of Q&As with members of our Independent Safeguarding Board, we spoke to Dr Lynne Wigens OBE, about why she got involved with the initiative,
Independent Safeguarding Board Q&A – Iqbal Singh
In the first in our series of Q&As with members of our Independent Safeguarding Board, we spoke to former Detective Superintendent, Iqbal Singh, about his involvement with the board, his
Independent review of children’s social care challenges the sector, but will it deliver operational change?
The eagerly anticipated independent review of children’s social care has been published and the industry has spent the last two weeks poring over the detail. While the final recommendations won’t
Tristone Capital Acquires Premier Care Management
Buy and build investment group, Tristone Capital, has acquired Premier Care Management Ltd through its care division, Tristone Healthcare. Premier Care Management Ltd was founded in 2009 by Steve Bristow
Tomorrow’s Care coverage
Rob Finney catches up with Tomorrow’s Care magazine to talk about everything from what inspired him to get into children’s services, the challenges facing the sector and who he’d invite
Defining Leadership in Social Care
With a plethora of articles, how-tos, and motivational quotes about how to inspire your workforce at the click of a button, it’s easy to get consumed in the vast content
A ban on unregulated accommodation for under 16s is a welcome move, but what’s next?
Last month, the DfE announced that it was going to ban placing vulnerable children under the age of 16 in unregulated accommodation. Following months of consultation – a process which
Tristone Completes The Acquisition Of Procare (Wales) Ltd
Buy and build Investment group Tristone Capital, through its care division Tristone Healthcare, has acquired the North Wales based care business ProCare (Wales) Limited and it\’s subsidiary Bangor Centre For Developmental
Juventas Services Appoints New Managing Director
Juventas Services is delighted to announce the appointment of Alison Moore as the new Managing Director. Alison joins Juventas with a wealth of executive-level experience within the sector having previously
Tristone Completes Acquisition of Sportfit Support Services Ltd
Tristone Healthcare Ltd has today announced the acquisition of Sportfit Support Services Ltd. Founded in 2012, Sportfit Support Services turned over £4.5m in it’s last financial year and offers high-end
The Regulation Of Independent & Semi-Independent Supported Accommodation
The Department for Education published a review this month into the number and types of young people that are placed in independent or semi independent placements. They also published a
Juventas Sponsor Wisbech Town
Juventas Services, part of the Tristone Capital family, are delighted to announce that they now the proud shirt sponsor of Wisbech Town Walking Football Team. Walking football enables both older
