About the research

We carried out a study exploring alcohol policy and practice in care homes across England in partnership with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The research was funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Social Care Research.

We carried out a study exploring alcohol policy and practice in care homes across England in partnership with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The research was funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Social Care Research.

We have produced good practice guidance for care staff [PDF]. We also produced a guide for care home residents and the general public [PDF] on what they can expect from care homes. You can read the findings of the research in the summary report [DOCX]

Project staff

• Dr Sarah Wadd, University of Bedfordshire
• Michelle McCann, University of Bedfordshire
• Professor Mike Fisher, University of Bedfordshire
• Amy Hopwood, Care Quality Commission
• Adele Hawkins, Care quality Commission