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Discussing the cost of living with colleagues
A request for a pay rise is more likely to be successful when it comes from a large number of staff. Before submitting a pay claim to your employer, speak to your colleagues about their experiences with the rising cost of living.
Updated: 16 April 2024 -
Pay claim survey for sharing with colleagues
This survey can be shared with your colleagues as part of the process for preparing a pay claim. A PDF version is available for you to download and print.
Updated: 16 April 2024 -
Independent health and social care events
View a list of upcoming events related to independent health and social care (IHSC).
Updated: 14 June 2024 -
Celebrating Care Home Open Week
24 - 30 June 2024
Updated: 10 June 2025 -
Independent health and social care blogs
Read blogs from RCN staff and members working in independent health and social care (IHSC).
Updated: 14 June 2024 -
Become an RCN student ambassador
Fill out this online form to apply to become an RCN student ambassdor
Updated: 17 February 2023 -
Promoting the RCN as a Student Ambassador
Resources for recruiting student members
Updated: 17 April 2022 -
The use of VR headsets to help with Parkinson's symptoms
Keith Wilson recently presented this research information at an older persons event to celebrate International Older Person's Day in October in Teesside. He has also presented at the Parkinson's UK Conference.
Updated: 12 May 2025 -
Sustainable development goals and older people
This blog discusses the importance of including older people in the global framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It highlights how the SDGs relate to geriatric nursing, focusing on health, equality, and social inclusion, which are essential for addressing the unique challenges faced...
Updated: 8 September 2025 -
A recipe for positive mealtimes
Mealtimes are fundamental to health and quality of life. Good mealtime care is transformational to the experience of people with dementia living in care homes.
Updated: 29 June 2025