Course Outline:
Self-neglect, which can include hoarding, is a challenging aspect of contemporary adult health and social care, brought into sharp focus by the duties under the Social Services and Well-being Act 2014 and the complicated interface with human rights and mental capacity.
The challenge for professionals between respecting autonomy and managing risk and protection is complex and is the subject of research and frequent adult safeguarding reviews.
This course provides an in-depth overview of the legal framework surrounding this complex area of work with an exploration into the ethical dilemmas in practice.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Identify key relevant legislation, policy, research and case law
- Recognise self-neglect and its different forms
- Outline how best to respond in self-neglect cases using a Making Safeguarding Personal approach
- Examine the balance between autonomy, risk and protection
- Explain when self-neglect is a safeguarding issue
- Articulate the importance of robust risk assessments/capacity assessments
- Identify the benefits of multi-agency work and processes
Course Details:
- Duration and CPD: 1 day | 6 hours
- In-house course format and fee: Virtual or face-to-face | Call for details
Please call 020 7549 2549 or email info@bondsolon.com to discuss or book an in-house course.