Health and social care businesses invited to January business support events

Two events taking place in January aim to strengthen support to businesses and professionals working in the health and social care sector in Stockport and across Greater Manchester.

The events, delivered by the GM Business Growth Hub and partner organisations, will provide practical advice and training to help care providers address skills gaps and improve service quality. The aim of is to build resilience, foster innovation and create the opportunities that help the essential health and social care sector to thrive. During the interactive and informative sessions, attendees can gain insight, meet the experts and explore networking and training opportunities.

On the 23rd of January, an in-person event in Manchester city centre will bring together sector leaders, skills coaches, business advisors and workforce development specialists to share practical solutions for improving care quality and addressing skills shortages. There will be opportunities to explore fully funded courses offering up to 20% productivity gains and improved staff retention. Attendees will also be shown how to identify skills gaps and book follow?up Business Skills Reviews and Individual Skills Reviews and build networks with peers from across the sector. Book a free place here.

Later in the month, the Social Care Summit NORTH 2026 on the 29th of January will focus on the broader challenges facing decision-makers in social care. The summit will feature expert-led panel discussions on sustainable, high-quality care, as well as structured networking opportunities to foster collaboration across the sector. Designed for care home operators, home care providers, commissioners, and partners, the event will provide evidence-based insights to help shape planning for 2026 and beyond.

These initiatives form part of Greater Manchester’s commitment to building a resilient health and social care system that benefits everyone.