Describe how the care needs of older people are assessed and the role oh health professionals Flashcards
1
Q
What is significant about the care act 2014?
A
Requirement of the local authority to carry out an assessment and eligibility determination for those who need care
2
Q
How do social workers aid older people with a lack of capacity?
A
- mental capacity assessment
- best interest assessment
3
Q
What is anti-oppressive practice?
A
recognising gaps that the law doesn’t cover (eg. power imbalances)
