The case for a comprehensive social care strategy

This briefing describes the key findings from Nuffield Trust research and analysis on social care over several years. It outlines the definition and context of social care, the current problems, and makes recommendations to address these, building a thriving future for the sector as a vital public service. It suggests urgent, immediate actions as well as the shape of successful reform in the long term, and looks at how adult social care can work better with the NHS.