What we can achieve by working together

On a winter morning, before the traffic thickened on the motorways and before the gates of Windsor Castle opened to welcome hundreds of guests, Caroline, a residential support worker with Progress’ Nightingale House in Derby was already having what she would later describe as “the best and worst day of my life.” The worst part...

“AI might replace many jobs, but care will always need people.” On Tuesday and Wednesday this week, thousands of young people, educators, employers and training providers gathered at the Coventry Building Society Arena, home of Coventry City F.C., for the National Apprenticeship Show West Midlands. Across the exhibition hall, industries competed for the attention of...

This week, from 16–22 March, Progress Care Solutions is joining organisations across the UK to celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, an annual initiative recognising and celebrating the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world. At Progress, the week provides an opportunity to highlight the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals and reflect on the...

Progress is proud to be exhibiting at the National Apprenticeship Show West Midlands, taking place on 10–11 March 2026 at the CBS Arena in Coventry. The event brings together employers, training providers and thousands of young people exploring their next steps in education and employment. Over the two days, the Progress team will be speaking...

Progress Care Solutions mark International Women’s Day this week with celebrations at head office and a powerful reflection from Founder and CEO, Bal Dhanoa MBE, on her journey as a woman, leader and pioneer in the care sector. Colleagues gathered at the Progress head office on Monday to celebrate the occasion with colourful decorations, balloons...

This International Women’s Day, Progress’ Founder and CEO, Bal Dhanoa MBE, shares the story of her journey, traversing the long Road between duty and dream…  My story is one I hope will inspire the next generation of women to pursue their goals without boundaries. Born in the early 1960s and growing up in the 1970s,...

Progress is joining the global celebration of Random Acts of Kindness Day on Tuesday 17th February 2026, encouraging team members, foster carers, partners, and the people it supports to embrace small acts of kindness that can make a big difference. Random Acts of Kindness Day is a reminder that even simple gestures – a few...

I never thought I’d be in care. But if you don’t give it a go, you won’t know.  When James talks about work, he doesn’t start with job titles. He starts with people.  For 25 years, his career lived in sales and customer service—banks, telesales, property management, social media. Roles that demanded patience, persuasion and,...

In many care environments, routines provide structure and stability. But it is often the moments that invite imagination, curiosity and shared participation that leave the deepest impact. Over the past three weeks, activities at The Bridge reflected this in practice. National Storytelling Week and Children’s Mental Health Week unfolded, creating a natural opportunity to explore...

I have always believed that development should be intentional. For me, progressing in my career wasn’t just about stepping into new roles, it was about making sure I had the knowledge, qualifications, and confidence to lead effectively and support others to grow.  I joined Progress Care Solutions as a Deputy Manager, having already completed my...