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Institute of Public Care

Trusted partner in public care. We offer consultancy, training, evaluation and applied research to central and local government, the health sector, charities, and commercial organisations. Our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of citizens and communities.

The Institute of Public Care is part of Oxford Brookes University. We provide applied research and evaluation, consultancy, and training to help NHS trusts, government bodies, councils, charities and commercial organisations make a positive impact on people’s health and wellbeing.

Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care System Supporting Collaborative Commissioning

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Embedding co-production in adult social care – how do we get to the top of the ladder?

Embedding co-production in adult social care – how do we get to the top of the ladder?

27/11/2023

Read the key insights from our latest Alumni webinar on co-production

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Commissioning for Choice and Control, the role of Micro-Enterprises

Commissioning for Choice and Control, the role of Micro-Enterprises

27/11/2023

Read the key insights from our latest Academic Partnership workshop

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IPC - Adoption England's Evaluation Partner

IPC - Adoption England's Evaluation Partner

20/11/2023

IPC are delighted to be commissioned as Adoption England's Evaluation Partner

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Continuing poor support for carers highlighted by CQC

Continuing poor support for carers highlighted by CQC

07/11/2023

Read the exclusive blog from Visiting IPC Research Fellow Dr Melanie Henwood

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Our Services

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Applied Research and Evaluation

We help our clients identify strengths and areas for development by undertaking reviews and evaluations as well as longer term applied research projects to improve the evidence-base from which public care services are delivered.

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Consultancy

We help our clients solve problems, improve practice and innovate. We can help you to review, design, develop and implement policy, strategies, structures, services, pathways and operational guidance.

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Training and Development

We help our clients improve the skills and knowledge of their staff or other stakeholders. Through coaching, training and development, your services can have more consistent impact.

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IPC Commissioning Alumni Network

IPC Commissioning Alumni Network

An opportunity to grow your network and connect with fellow Alumni from across the UK

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Academic Partnership

Our Academic Partners have dedicated, longer term support from experienced people with specialist knowledge in your field.

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