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DEM211-1

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In this tutorial you will learn:

More about legislation protecting individuals with dementia
More about enabling individuals with dementia to have rights and choices whilst minimising risks
That the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) sets out how a decision can be made if a person is not able to make that particular decision for themselves

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Enabling and managing risk is one of the most important ways of allowing people with dementia to retain as much control over their lives as possible. Click on the PDF icon to the left to access the Department of Health Report: ‘’Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained’: Risk Guidance for people with dementia’:
The Law society has issued ‘Identifying a deprivation of liberty: a practical guide’ as comprehensive guidance on the law relating to the deprivation of liberty safeguards.
This resource called ‘Rights in roles: Human Rights: An overview for residential care staff’ was published by brap and gives a better understanding of what human rights are, and the key terms and legal framework relating to human rights and residential care.

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