CHARMS Social Care Community Newsroom

We've received some fantastic reviews on business software and services comparison platform SourceForge and have recently been awarded a Leader Award for Spring 2025 - meaning CHARMS™ is currently in the top fifth percentile of highly reviewed products on the site.

"From vision to implementation the programme has moved from the ground up over the years by an individual who knew exactly what was needed having worked out in the field."

"There isn't anything that I don't like about the system, the team at CHARMS are constantly updating functionality and improving the system."

"CHARMS is very intuitive, with only a small amount of guidance you are able to quickly navigate the system."

"I highly recommend Social Care Network to any organization seeking a reliable and sophisticated solution for managing social care services"

"..an extremely knowledgeable team who understand the important work we do, and using CHARMS as our Data Management System just makes our roles that bit easier"

"SCN remain a consistent and invaluable source of support for our agency and we have always found them to be responsive, proactive and helpful."

"..new features are being developed all the time in response to the needs of real world users"

"Couldn't envision using any system other than CHARMS within our agency"

"I personally have used CHARMS for nearly 20 years, it has continually evolved during that time but has never lost it's primary focus. To make the recording and retrieval of information as easy as possible."

"I feel I could ring the company at any time and still speak to the CEO with ease - more to the point he would take the call."

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Welcome to newest CHARMS™ customer Radiant Care Homes!

"At Radiant Care Homes each of our homes is designed to offer a nurturing, supportive, and secure environment. Our highly skilled and compassionate teams are dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the best possible care, positive role models, and the encouragement they need to thrive."

To find out more visit https://radiantcarehomes.co.uk/

Welcome to new CHARMS™ customer See Happy Homes!

London-based See Happy Homes provide residential homes for vulnerable children and young people, working in close collaboration with local authorities to ensure every child thrives in a supportive environment.

To learn more you can visit their website: https://www.seehappyhomes.com/

Welcome to new CHARMS™ customer Beacon Residential Homes!

Beacon Residential Homes Ltd is an independent children’s home provider established in October 2022 and providing care to children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Their homes, such as Elizabeth House, offer child-centred care grounded in therapeutic models like DDP and PACE, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity, and active participation in decision-making to support each young person's development and well-being.

To learn more you can check out their website: http://www.beaconresidentialhomes.co.uk

Welcome to our newest CHARMS™ customer, Avalon Group!

Avalon Group are an award-winning charity supporting adults with disabilities, mental health needs, autism and dementia to live fulfilling lives across Yorkshire and the North East.

For more information please visit Avalon Group's website, https://www.avalongroup.org.uk/

We give a very warm welcome to our new CHARMS™ customer Allisonmay Care Services Ltd!

"We offer a nurturing, secure setting with 5-star residential care services to support children and young people aged 8 to 17. Whether your child or young person requires emotional support, behavioural therapy, or therapeutic care, we are here to assist. At AllisonMay Care, we aim to create a warm, comforting space where young people feel supported in their journey to healing, development, and success, all at their own pace."

For more information on the services they offer, you can visit their website here

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We're excited to be working with Orr Medical to revolutionise the way fostering and adoption medical reports are completed. This collaboration will enhance efficiency and ensure the highest level of data security, safeguarding sensitive information every step of the way.

"With many thousands of medical reports completed, Orr Medical boasts a level of expertise rarely found in fostering and adoption health assessments. Our team of GP medical advisors bring a unique combination of experience and technical expertise, ensuring that every report meets the highest standards. Whether it’s resolving queries or preparing detailed assessments, our specialists offer unrivalled support."

To learn more, please visit the Orr Medical website

Exciting news! The CHARMS™ team will be hopping across the pond to attend ACRC’s 69th Annual Conference, happening from March 24^th-27^th 2025.

The Association of Children’s Residential & Community Services reflects our own commitment to children's software service provision, and therefore we are really pleased to be visiting. We'll be meeting service providers and deeply committed social care individuals.

Welcome to new CHARMS™ customer Gloucester Family Care!

Established in 2020, Gloucester Family Care provide a range of services that offer support, accommodation and education.

"Gloucester Family Care are tailored to support young people aged between 16 and 25, encouraging them to focus on their strengths, build positive support networks to achieve their aspirations and maintain stability in their adulthoods. Our service currently specialises in supported accommodation for looked after children over the age of 16, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, young people facing homelessness, and those experiencing family or relationship breakdown."

To find out more about their services please visit the Gloucester Family Care website