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    Our First Digital Skills Event: A Day of Learning, Laughter and Connection

    Published 9th Feb

    What Happened at the Digital Skills Event?

    Yesterday marked a significant milestone for Bury's care sector as we hosted our very first Bury Care Academy Digital Skills Event at The Polish Centre. Care providers from across the borough came together to build digital confidence, learn practical skills and connect with partners leading the way in care technology.

    The energy in the room was electric as managers, care workers and business owners explored everything from staying safe online to using AI tools that can cut down on admin time. This wasn't just a training day – it was a chance for providers to learn, network and see first-hand how digital tools and technology can transform their services.

    And we were blown away by the turnout.

    Woman raises hand at Bury Care Academy Digital Skills event, while speaker addresses the room

    What did our providers take away from the day?

    'It's been a really informative day. My biggest takeaway was the Artificial Intelligence session with Bury College Business Innovation. Finding out that the software we already pay for, like Microsoft, has tools built in that can help us run our services.'

    Session Highlights

    See all the highlights from the day

    presenter speaking to attendees at at event, bury care academy logo is shown on the screen behind the presenter Our very own Sue Waldron kicking off the day! Presenter from Skills for Care shown from the side presenting to the audience Carol Mitchell from Skills for Care Side angel shot of attendee visiting one of the stalls at the fair as the two people at the stall engage the attendee in conversation Some really useful insights from Bury College Business Innovation Speaker at digital skills event gives talk as a PowerPoint slide in the background reads Prof. Jacqui Cooper from Health Innovation Manchester Side angle shot of attendees at the fair sat at a table smiling and speaking to each other Thank you to all our guests for attending! Attendee is pictured smiling holding a gift basket at the Digital Skills Event Well done to the winner of our Bury Care Package raffle draw! Side angle shot of Police Volunteer giving a talk about scam awareness Scam awareness with Greater Manchester Police Two members of the Bury Care Academy team stood speaking to a care provider Our team were on hand to teach care providers more about the different types of support we offer A care provider is stood at a stall at the event speaking to partners about the event. Lots of great networking opportunities throughout the day

    Watch the full highlights from the day on YouTube

    Click below to see full highlights from the day and hear from some of our guests, including Ian Nelson from Skills for Care on why Digital Champions are so important, Prof. Jacqui Cooper on digital transformation in the NHS, and James Shuttleworth on the tools and technology that can support your team.

    Why did we host the Digital Skills Event? 

    For many care providers, digital can feel overwhelming. There's pressure to keep up with new technology, but not always the time or support to figure out where to start.

    That's exactly why we hosted this event.

    The Digital Skills Event was about cutting through the noise and showing providers that digital doesn't have to be complicated. From AI tools already built into software they're paying for, to simple steps that can protect their teams from online scams – the day was packed with practical, actionable insights that providers can take back to their services straight away.

    It was also a chance to see technology in action. The exhibition stalls gave providers the opportunity to speak directly with companies like Care Control, Med E HealthCare and Sensio, ask questions, and explore how digital solutions could work for their setting.

    Because at the end of the day, technology should make care easier – not harder. And events like this help providers see what's possible.

    Thank you to our partners!

    The success of the Digital Skills Event wouldn't have been possible without our exceptional partners.

    Blue and white logo for skills for care Skills for Care website Bury College logo Check out Bury College Business Innovation on LinkedIn Health Innovation Manchester Logo Health Innovation Manchester website Care Control Logo Care Control Website Sensio logo Sensio Website Med e-care logo MED e-care website

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What was the Digital Skills Event? The Digital Skills Event was a free event for care providers in Bury, covering topics including digital transformation, scam awareness, AI tools and building Digital Champions. It featured expert speakers and exhibitor stalls showcasing the latest care technology.

    Who was the event for? The event was open to all care providers in Bury, including managers, care workers, business owners and anyone working in adult social care who wanted to build their digital confidence.

    I missed the event. How can I catch up? Watch our highlights video above to hear from some of our speakers. You can also visit our Events page to see upcoming opportunities.

    Will there be more events like this? Yes! Events like the Digital Skills Event are just one of the ways we support care providers across Bury. Keep an eye on our website and social media for announcements about future events.

    What other support does Bury Care Academy offer? We offer comprehensive workforce development support including recruitment services, training programmes, events and guidance. Visit our What we do page to learn more, or get in touch to find out how we can help your team.

    How do I stay updated on Bury Care Academy news and events? Follow us on social media and visit our website regularly to stay in the loop.