LO3-understand How Current Legislation And National Initiatives Promote Anti-discriminatory Practice In Health, Socail Care And Child Care Environments

Question 1

The care act (2014)

Answer 1

~relates to individuals who require their health and well-being “needs” to be assessed
~outlines the ways local authorities should carry out carers assessments
~mainly for adults in need of care and support

Question 2

The health and social care act (2012)

Answer 2

~patients can choose services which best meet their needs
~puts clinicians at the centre of commissioning
~empowers patients

Question 3

The equality act (2010)

Answer 3

~legally protects people from discrimination

~replaced previous anti-discrimination laws with a single act

Question 4

Mental capacity act (2010)

Answer 4

~applies to everyone involved in the care, treatment and support of people aged 16+
~protects and restores power to those vulnerable
People who have:
-stroke or brain injury
-mental health problems
-learning disability
-dementia

Question 5

Children act (2014)

Answer 5

~enables local authorities and statutory partners pool there budgets and non-financial recourses
~reinforces the message all organisations working with children have a duty in helping safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children