Putting Social Care first
As a CIC, Community Interest Company we are proud to serve the local and regional communities and with over 300 Community Members across a variety of disciplines and businesses we have a strong voice to be able to make the difference.
Best of all Community Membership is FREE
#WorkingTogether
OUR FOCUS
Education
ARRD
Community Engagement & Wellbeing
Technology & AI
#WorkingTogether
WHAT WE DO
The responsibility is ours to make a difference and only by #working together will we achieve these goals
One definition of Social is: Human beings interacting individually or in groups to improve the welfare of people in society. We think it's time to start interacting and making those small changes that improves the welfare of people in OUR society.
If you feel the same then join us and be a part of putting social care first.
FOCUS AREAS
Ageing
Dementia
Learning Disability & Autism
Physical Disability
Mental Health
5 Steps to Change Social Care
Our Five Steps to Change remain the foundation of our work, as we continue driving meaningful change together.
Step 1 of 5
Educating
We’re opening doors to careers in social care by partnering with schools, offering workplace tours, and showcasing the rewarding opportunities our sector provides. Alongside this, we continue to share updates on health promotion, community-based care, and new research or legislation shaping the future of social care. Apprenticeships will also become a key strand of our Educating initiative, with new pilot programs launching this September to open fresh opportunities for growth and development.
Step 2 of 5
ARRD
Through working with Yorkshire Futures Training, we’re reviewing recruitment processes to support diverse needs and help staff thrive. Team-building, skills development, and collaboration are central to this work. We’re also connecting with recruitment experts, exploring innovative ways to attract and retain talent, and sharing ideas for staff benefits that make a difference.
Step 3 of 5
Working Together
By collaborating with providers, we’re building momentum and a strong community of support. Evidence shows that together we’re creating meaningful change on a scale that sets us apart from other organisations.
Step 4 of 5
Technology & AI
Our AI in Social Care focus group is helping to build confidence in using technology responsibly while considering ethics and risks. We’ll continue to spotlight advancements and innovations through social media. Additionally, the Policy Buddy IT system has been introduced for North Yorkshire Council.
Step 5 of 5
Community Engagement & Wellbeing
We’re expanding our focus to include community engagement and wellbeing as a driving force for change.
Be a part of something new in social care
The real power is in the hands of the stakeholders in the Social Care sector, the unpaid carers, the care providers, the suppliers to the sector, the individuals being cared for and the families of everyone involved in providing or supporting social care.
Who we work with
Stronger together
We work alongside organisations that share our commitment to strengthening Yorkshire’s care sector — bringing together expertise, ideas and opportunities to make a difference.
Work with the care sector
Want to work with Yorkshire's care community?
Join a growing network of organisations supporting, strengthening and shaping the future of care across Yorkshire.
Who we are
Angela Fletcher
Chairperson
Danielle Lambert
Marketing &
Communications Manager
Tracy Flynn
Community Membership Manager
Luke Wright
Artificial Intelligence Representative
Kerry Clarke
Content Creator
Steve Watson
Board Member
David Ruston
Board Member
Janette Town
Board Member
Fran Ferris
Board Member
WORKING WITH US
The Benefits
Collaboration
We represent our Community Members on over 40 Boards and committees across Yorkshire. Bringing the Social Care Voice to the table and changing the perspective of many of these meetings. We are also able to be ahead of the changes and can ensure we communicate in advance to our community members putting them in a strong position.
Working Together
We provide an environment where working together is the norm and sharing is a way of creating solutions to the problems. We facilitate the sharing of best practice across the members and the issues that our Community Members are facing. 300 minds can find creative solutions that 1 mind perhaps can’t.
Institute of Health and Social Care Management IHSCM
As a community member you have free access through the YCA to all the events and training courses.
The Institute of Health & Social Care Management membership is designed “by our members, for our members“. As a collaborative group we know how important it is for health and social care leaders to have a space where they feel they can have a direct impact on their future.
Business Focused
It is a given that our primary task is to offer the best care possible, but social care is made up of small/medium businesses and we understand the need for these to be profitable. We provide virtual and face to face business events, including Master Classes in various subjects BOT (Business Operational Transformation) pod casts and networking events.
Leadership
The YCA is about guiding and impacting outcomes, enabling groups of people to work together to accomplish what they couldn’t do working individually.
Free memberships
Membership is FREE but we do require a commitment to a solutions mindset and a CAN-DO ATTITUDE.