The Care Act 2014 requires local authorities to ensure the provision or arrangement of services, facilities or resources to help prevent, delay or reduce the development of needs for care and support.25 Oct 2021
Why is the Care Act in place?
The Care Act aims to ensure the wellbeing of people in need of care and support services. It also aims to bring about the personalisation of care services, putting the person at the centre of the process.
Why was the Health and Social Care Act put in place?
The legislation had two key objectives: To improve the quality of care and outcomes for patients and to reposition the mode of provision so that health service provision becomes more patient-centred and facilitates choice.
When did the CARE Act come into place?
The Care Act 2014 came into effect from 1 April 2015 and is all about adults with care and support needs and those who care for them.
How does the Care Act 2014 relate to health and social care?
The Care Act 2014 is the law that sets out how adult social care in England should be provided. It requires local authorities to make sure that people who live in their areas: receive services that prevent their care needs from becoming more serious or delay the impact of their needs.
How is the Care Act important?
The main principle of the Care Act 2014 is to help to improve people's independence and wellbeing and for care providers and givers to promote a person-centred approach to the care and support they provide. Considering the person's views and wishes is critical to a person-centred system.25 Oct 2021