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Identify and describe three social care values central to person centred care

Class Tasks Week 2  10/9/24

• You should already have drawn together a list of your own Personal Values and considered what has shaped them.
• Background to Values in Social Care and Social Work- listen to Audio narrated Powerpoint (15mins)
• Values Personal and Professional Powerpoint- going over in class today

SSSC Codes of Practice

https://www.sssc.uk.com/the-scottish-social-services-council/sssc-codes-of-practice/

Health and Social Care Standards

Health and Social Care Standards | Care Inspectorate Hub

Health and Social Care Standards: My support, my life (www.gov.scot)

https://www.gov.scot/publications/health-social-care-standards-support-life/

 

Visit these websites and familiarise yourself with both the Codes of Practice and the Standards (accessed10/9/24).

There are short video film clips on both sites to provide you with more information.

 

The assignment task- first question (Section1 Qa)

Identify and describe three social care values central to person centred care.(CP1) 300 words

You are asked to select and write about three different social care values that are important (and perhaps essential) to underpin good practice, keeping the service user at the centre of their own care support.

• This could include the principles of Social Justice and Social Welfare (reading from HNC Social Care text book Bingham et al. and Care Practice for Higher–Janet Miller).
• The Health &Social Care Standards Principles -Dignity and Respect, Compassion, Be Included, Responsive Care and Support, Wellbeing.
• Core requirements of the SSSC Codes of Practice including Protection, Establishing Trust, Promoting independence, respecting rights, upholding public trust and accountability.
• Any other suitable Principle that you are able to explain under a term e.g. Equality, Honesty, Empowerment

Related Codes of Conduct and Practice

NMC Code

https://www.nmc.org.uk/standards/code/

Health Care Assistants

https://www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/standards/item/217-code-of-conduct

Example Answer - Please Do Not Copy

In person-centred care, several social care values are pivotal in ensuring that service users are actively involved in their care and support. Three key values are dignity, empowerment, and individuality.

Dignity is fundamental in social care, as it emphasizes the respect and worth of each individual. In a person-centred approach, maintaining a service user’s dignity means recognising their rights, preferences, and needs. This can be achieved by treating service users with courtesy, ensuring their privacy is respected, and involving them in decisions about their care. Upholding dignity fosters a trusting relationship between care providers and service users, enhancing their overall well-being.

Empowerment is another crucial value that underpins person-centred care. Empowering service users involves encouraging them to take control of their own lives and decisions regarding their care. This includes providing them with the information and support they need to make informed choices and advocating for their preferences. Empowerment not only enhances the service user`s confidence but also promotes their independence, allowing them to live life on their own terms.

Finally, the value of individuality is central to person-centred care. Recognising and respecting the unique backgrounds, experiences, and needs of each service user is vital in delivering tailored care. This approach means that care providers must understand and appreciate the individual’s culture, beliefs, and preferences, ensuring that care plans reflect their specific requirements. By celebrating individuality, care practitioners can create a supportive environment that fosters personal growth and satisfaction in service users.

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