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and switching in a range of essential service markets, and are disadvantaged as a result. Given the key role DCTs play in enabling consumers to compare and switch, it is vital that they work for all consumers ... may also apply to other essential service markets (i.e. broadband, landline, financial services). Key points and recommendations 1. A majority of older people do not use the internet or smartphones. This
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2014 for Health Boards and NHS Trusts’ 14 3 Hospital discharge processes 15 3.1 List of key steps in hospital discharge 15 3.2 Discharge planning to begin at the point of admission 17 3.3 Hospital ... 15 of 71 3 Hospital discharge processes 3.1 List of key steps in hospital discharge The following steps are important for a timely, effective discharge. As
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place at local level, it tends to be under reported.(43) 12 Sexual orientation and sexual identity A key barrier to knowing more about the needs of lesbian, gay and bisexual older people has been the lack ... different content as well as being translated into languages other than English. Religion and belief The key ways in which religion and belief might influence access to falls prevention services is how they shape
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might include; cooking; housework; lifting, washing and dressing the person cared for; helping with toileting needs; administering medication; and providing emotional support. It might help the person you’re
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business sense that employers take steps to ensure older workers are included and supported as a key part of a diverse and dynamic workforce. Working with employers The Age at Work programme – delivered ... bothersome to remove. So, the predominantly female workforce who require it try to drink and go to the toilet less just to carry out their duties. Disabled women face the unsure interaction and side effects
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business sense that employers take steps to ensure older workers are included and supported as a key part of a diverse and dynamic workforce. Working with employers The Age at Work programme – delivered ... bothersome to remove. So, the predominantly female workforce who require it try to drink and go to the toilet less just to carry out their duties. Disabled women face the unsure interaction and side effects
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Head of Inquiry for Wales Emma Lewis VSCP Welsh Advocacy Conference Public Hearings Public Hearings Key facts about the Inquiry ● Set up in 2015 to investigate organisations and institutions that have failed ... abuse in the future ● publish a report with recommendations Victims and Survivors’ Consultative Panel Key Facts ● Established to assist the Inquiry by providing a victim and survivor perspective to all aspects
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further consultation in the spring will focus on adult social care and primary medical services. Key points and recommendations We welcome CQC’s renewed commitment to promoting, as well as protecting ... influence CQC assessments of risks to users. CQC proposes replacing its existing ‘six aims’ with ‘nine key principles’. We particularly welcome the fact that principle 1 commits CQC to taking action to promote
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Summary This is the third edition of our ‘Care in Crisis’ technical briefing, which aims to set out the key figures on funding for social care. Since our last edition in 2012, the Care Bill has addressed some ... funding available for most of those who need ‘a little bit of help’ to remain active and independent. Key points Increasing demand The number of people aged 85 and over (the group most likely to need care)
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in Wales. I want to emphasise that securing strong voice, choice and control for individuals is a key principle of Welsh Government and this is clearly reflected in the recent legislation and policy we ... Contents Introduction 4 Vision for independent professional advocacy 4 Purpose of the Framework 5 Key principles for the effective commissioning of independent professional advocacy 6 The Commissioning
