East Sussex and Brighton & Hove

Supporting care providers to deliver exceptional care

ESPiC is the local care association for adult social care providers across East Sussex and Brighton & Hove, providing representation, information, workforce support, training and practical guidance.

What’s happening now

Current programmes, events and opportunities for adult social care providers and professionals across our region.

19 November 2026

East Sussex Care Awards 2026

Join us in recognising the exceptional individuals, teams and providers making a real difference across East Sussex. Nominations have closed and tickets will be available soon.


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Guidance and local support

Ethical Sponsorship Programme

Practical guidance and trusted support for care providers and sponsored care professionals across East Sussex and Brighton & Hove.


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Applications open

Join our Board or Executive Committee

Help shape the future of adult social care locally by contributing your experience, knowledge and sector insight.


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Support for care providers

Practical information, programmes and opportunities designed around the needs of local adult social care organisations.

Events, training and networks

Find conferences, workshops, forums and webinars that support professional learning and stronger local connections.


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Guidance for providers

Access practical resources covering key operational, workforce and sustainability issues affecting care organisations.


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Gold Membership

Comprehensive organisational membership for adult social care providers across East Sussex and Brighton & Hove.

  • Exclusive member discounts and offers
  • Specialist information and resources
  • Events, training and professional networks
  • Representation and sector support


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Associate Membership

Individual membership for care professionals in leadership roles seeking development, knowledge and stronger sector connections.

  • Exclusive training opportunities
  • Specialist professional networks
  • Leadership and career development
  • Member information and benefits


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Latest news and information

Important updates, guidance and developments for adult social care providers across the region.

17 September 2026

Brighton & Hove Care Awards event summary

View photographs, video highlights, award winners, highly commended nominees and feedback from the inaugural event.


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New resource

Ethical Sponsorship Programme

Discover what the programme has delivered and how providers and sponsored care professionals can access guidance and support.


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Provider guidance

Considering exiting the care market?

Download practical guidance covering key regulatory steps, workforce planning, service users and trusted professional support.


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Our trusted sponsors

Our sponsors provide valuable expertise, services, discounts and offers to adult social care providers and ESPiC members.

Stay connected with local care

Subscribe to the ESPiC Care Network for weekly newsletters, sector updates and invitations to forums, webinars and training events.


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