DWA - Double Legislation

DWA - Double Legislation

1. The Care Standards Act (2000)

   • Elderly in residential homes or nursing homes
   • Right to choice their home by being consulted
   • Residential settings have complaint procedure in place
   • Staff must be fully trained or training
   • Residential settings are inspected to ensure they provide best possible care

2. Carers Recognition and Services Act (1995)

   • Informal carers e.g. family members
   • Right to assessment
   • decisions are made on the types of services to provide
   • Respite care

3. NHS and Community Act (1990)

   • Elderly with social care and support needs
     • Help elderly live independently as possible in their own home
     • Right to be assessed
     • Care plan is written to meet their needs
     • Professional work together to provide care
     • Local authorities must provide domiciliary e.g. meals on wheels
   • Main aim: By safeguarding the interests of vulnerable elderly by ensuring that they appropriately care for in the community

4. Mental Health Act (2007)

   • Elderly who suffer from mental illnesses

5. Health Act (1999)

   • Health & social care services and service providers