Care Show London 2025: A Resounding Success
Care Show London 2025, held at ExCeL on 30th April and 1st May, concluded with resounding success, bringing together thousands of care professionals, thought-leaders, and innovators from across the UK. Warmed up by a mini-heatwave, the event buzzed with energy, fostering meaningful conversations, forging new partnerships, and delivering actionable insights to elevate the adult social care sector.
A spotlight on learning and leadership
The heart of the event lay in its six dynamic conference theatres, each offering a curated programme of sessions designed to inform and inspire. A standout addition this year was the Catering, Hydration & Nutrition Theatre, introduced to address the critical role of nutrition in care settings. This theatre provided practical strategies to enhance meal quality and resident well-being, aligning with CQC's Regulation 14 focus on nutritional standards.
Celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager headlined this theatre with her engaging session, "Care to Cook: A Fireside Chat with Rosemary Shrager", sharing her passion for elevating culinary standards in care homes and the importance of mealtime experiences in residents' lives.
Celebrity voices championing care
The Care Keynote Theatre featured compelling talks from renowned figures deeply connected to the care sector. Broadcaster and Alzheimer's champion Anna Richardson delivered an enlightening session on the challenges of dementia care in the UK, emphasising the need for compassionate and informed support. Comedian and author David Baddiel shared his personal experiences with his father, offering heartfelt insights into the realities of caregiving and the societal perceptions surrounding it.
Empowering the next generation and how language matters
A highlight of the People & Business Theatre was the "Supporting the Future Workforce: 2024 Thirty Under 30 Winners Panel". Chaired by dementia campaigner Big Ian Donaghy, the panel featured rising stars Lois Adamson, Eve Macey-Norris, and Donell Mungure, who discussed innovative approaches to workforce development and the importance of nurturing young talent in the care sector.
The session "Care Talk: How Language Affects Public Perceptions of Care" delved into the profound impact of language on societal attitudes towards care. Chaired by Daniel Casson, speakers Jennifer Pearl, Rebecca English-Williams, Simon Bottery and Dr Jane Murray, explored how thoughtful communication can challenge stereotypes and foster a more respectful understanding of the care profession.
A community united
As Care Show London 2025 wraps up, the organisers extend heartfelt thanks to all exhibitors, speakers, and delegates who contributed to making the event a beacon of progress and collaboration in the care sector. Plans are already underway for Care Show London 2026, promising to build upon this year's achievements and continue driving positive change.
"Throughout the campaign for Care Show London, we wanted to ensure that the Care Show continues to be the leading community platform for the sector bringing together people within the sector who share the same passion and goals of social care," said Show Manager, Matthew Moore. "This year at Care Show London, we have managed to achieve exactly that. Seeing everyone within the sector discussing their best practices, ideas and showcasing new products and services is truly inspiring and is the sole reason why the Care Show exists.
"I would like to thank everyone who was a part of the show, from the exhibitors, partners, speakers and attendees of the show, with all your individual input the show, we can ensure we will continue to be the community platform for the sector."
Show organisers, CloserStill Media announced the show will return on 29th-30th April 2026, ExCeL London and attendees can register their interest here.
The next opportunity to enjoy the Care Show experience is at the Care Show Birmingham on 8th-9th October 2025, NEC Birmingham. Register your interest to attend here.