• Supporting Suffolk’s Social Care Providers – For Free

    At Care Development East, we’re proud to offer completely free services to all social care providers across Suffolk. Whether you're a small independent care home, a home care provider, or a supported living service, we’re here to support your workforce and organisation.

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  • Leaders in Care Network - Seasonal Special

    Join us for our final meeting of 2025 and be in with the chance to win a stay at Seckford Hall Hotel as part of a special prize draw!

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  • Meet the team

    Meet our small but mighty team of seven – the people behind CDE! Get to know us in our new bios — we’re always just an email away and happy to help.

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  • Stay informed with our bi-weekly newsletter

    Latest industry news/resources to help you stay connected

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  • Unlocking Opportunities

    Are you someone who is passionate about supporting the health and social care sector?

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  • Training opportunities

    From learning about Dying with Dignity to Disability Awareness or becoming a pro at Excel in your workplace - we have plenty of training workshops available, check them all out below!

    Training Calendar
  • Suffolk Care Awards 2025

    2025 Winners

About Us

Care Development East is dedicated to promoting excellence across the social care and health workforce in the east of England. We provide impartial advice, support, guidance and information to the sector operating as an independent, non-profit making organisation. We work with a range of organisations and partners to deliver a high quality service, develop new initiatives, improve access to training, and to promote rewarding careers in care.

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What We Do