Case Study

Francesca is 27 and is profoundly learning disabled. She wants to go shopping in the town centre by herself, getting a bus from outside her care home. Having considered the prospect of this, your team decides that it would be unsafe to allow her to go on her own. She is really cross that she is not allowed to go.

• What risks might Francesca encounter if she were to go shopping alone?
• What personal rights does Francesca have that are likely to be infringed if she is not allowed to go?
• How will you approach this situation with Francesca?

It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the responses you have to the above scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague or friend and ask them to tell you whether they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your assessor.