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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.

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Latest News

ASCS and SACE Discovery Report

ASCS and SACE Discovery Report

23/02/2023

DHSC publishes report on options for revising the Adult Social Care Survey (ASCS) and Personal Social Services Survey of Adult Cares in England (SACE)

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IPC are looking for Associates

IPC are looking for Associates

14/02/2023

We are looking for freelance associates with a range of skills

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Blog - winter pressures

Blog - winter pressures

02/02/2023

Visiting IPC Research Fellow Dr Melanie Henwood advocates for a wholesale cultural change to tackle winter pressures

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Launch of exclusive online forum for the Alumni network

Launch of exclusive online forum for the Alumni network

13/01/2023

Commissioning course Alumni Network invited to join new forum

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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 Alumni Network

IPC 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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