In an increasingly complex care environment, providers need strong representation, practical guidance and trusted partners. Joining the Care England community delivers all three. As the largest representative body for independent care providers in England, we ensure that your voice is heard at the highest levels of government and policy making, while also providing tangible support that helps your service operate more effectively every day.

Care England exists to champion the interests of care providers. Through national advocacy, policy engagement and direct lobbying of government, we work to influence decisions that shape the future of social care. Members benefit from representation by a respected organisation that actively challenges policy when necessary and promotes the value of high-quality care provision.

But we are more than just a voice…

Membership provides access to practical support designed to help providers manage the day-to-day realities of running a service.

Members receive regular sector updates highlighting important policy developments, regulatory changes and emerging issues. These insights keep providers informed and prepared for a rapidly evolving sector.

Alongside this, members gain access to a wide range of exclusive supplier offers and discounts, carefully selected to reduce costs and improve efficiency. These include the lowest energy costs available with free audits, discounted insurance packages, legal advice from leading sector law firms, savings on catering supplies, essential consumables and workforce management, as well as support on the fair cost of care, dementia accreditation and AI assessment solutions.

Additional support includes free advice on human resources and health and safety, as well as discounted cyber protection and digital connectivity audits to prepare for upcoming sector changes. Further discounts and savings are listed on our website.

Care England also offers valuable tools that support strategic decision-making and operational improvement. SMART Care Intel provides structured guidance to help services develop policies and procedures aligned with Care Quality Commission expectations, allowing providers to build robust documentation with confidence. Meanwhile, the Market Intelligence Tool (MINT) gives detailed insights into local authority fees, funding trends, self-funder rates and CQC performance, invaluable for fee negotiations and market positioning.

Learning and collaboration are further benefits of membership. Care England hosts regular webinars and sector events with expert speakers discussing the challenges and opportunities facing the sector. These sessions provide practical insight while

connecting providers with a wider community of professionals committed to delivering excellent care.

By joining Care England, providers become part of a strong national community that advocates for the sector while offering meaningful support, resources and cost savings.

This year, Care England will be at the Care Show London on stand D-60, and we are delighted to be joined by seven of our supporter members. It is the perfect opportunity to meet our team, explore membership benefits in person, and discover how our resources and exclusive discounts can help your service thrive.

To find out more, come and visit us on stand D-60, or explore membership online at: https://www.careengland.org.uk/