Health and social care
NHS and Community Care Act 1990
As it stands, there is no legal definitions for “social care” or “healthcare”. The NHS however produces guidance in an attempt to distinguish healthcare from social care.
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Health and social care
Mental capacity assessments
The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (the “Act”) aims to protect and empower vulnerable people who may lack the mental capacity to make some decisions. The Act applies to everyone working in health care, social care and other sectors who are involved in the support and treatment of people.
Accommodation
Requests for Reviews and Legal support
We appreciate that in many circumstances an application for accommodation may be refused by a local authority, and sometimes without good reason. The individual may feel that this decision was unfair and should be challenged.