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Award winning Blackpool care home receives ‘outstanding’ CQC report. 

14th Jul 2016

Award winning Blackpool care home receives ‘outstanding’ CQC report. 

The management of a Blackpool care home is proud to declare that it has just received an ‘outstanding’ Care Quality Commission (CQC) report after an inspection that was carried out in late March of this year.
Immigration Act 2016 - commencement of first illegal working measures

14th Jul 2016

Immigration Act 2016 - commencement of first illegal working measures

It is now a criminal offence to work in the UK illegally, with the consequence that wages paid to illegal workers may be seized as the proceeds of crime.
Press Statement from National Care Association, 24/06/2016:

28th Jun 2016

Press Statement from National Care Association, 24/06/2016:

Having had the opportunity to democratically decide on the future of our country we must now ensure that all possible steps are taken to deliver the manifesto pledges by politicians on the winning side.
​Care provision fit for a future climate: overheating in care settings

23rd May 2016

​Care provision fit for a future climate: overheating in care settings

​Care provision fit for a future climate: overheating in care settings has been published by the funder, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, today.
Care provision fit for a future climate

20th May 2016

Care provision fit for a future climate

Care provision fit for a future climate: overheating in care settings has been published by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, today.

5th December 2024

Autumna, the UK’s largest and most detailed online directory of care providers, is delighted to announce that its founder, Debbie Harris, has been awarded The Woman in Tech Award at the Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards (WAGS)

Autumna, the UK’s largest and most detailed online directory of care providers, is delighted to announce that its founder, Debbie Harris, has been awarded The Woman in Tech Award at the Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care Awards (WAGS)

The Gala event held at the Hilton London Bankside on Thursday 28th November included entertainment from a Spice Girls cover group and special guest, Baroness Floella Benjamin. Baroness Benjamin gave an inspiring and empowering speech and sung her a cappella rendition of Smile by Charlie Chaplin.


Debbie Harris was honoured for her development of two groundbreaking tools: DAD, a digital tool that streamlines hospital discharges, and OpenScore, a real-time quality rating system aiding care providers amidst regulatory challenges. These innovative solutions are transforming the landscape of later-life care, improving patient outcomes, and supporting care providers.

Building on Debbie’s remarkable achievement, Autumna proudly sponsored the WAGS Awards and played a key role in recognising excellence within the sector. Debbie had the honour of presenting two highly coveted awards:

  • The Social Care Superwoman Award (Care Home): Katrina Ball, Care Home Manager, Larchwood Care
  • The Social Care Superwoman Award (Home Care): Emma Bailie, Home Manager, The Salvation Army

These awards celebrate the extraordinary leadership and dedication of women driving excellence in social care.

“It is a pleasure and an honour to support the WAGS and all of the amazing women who are at the vanguard of change and innovation in social care.”
Debbie Harris, Managing Director, Autumna

By supporting this event, Autumna reinforces its commitment to empowering women and driving positive change in the sector. By recognising and celebrating the achievements of exceptional women like Debbie, Katrina, and Emma, the WAGS Awards inspire future generations of female leaders.

Autumna continues to be at the forefront of technological advancements in social care, empowering women leaders and driving positive change within the industry.