Working with families, friends and carers: a framework for adult social care employers

Person centred care as a priority in services

Working with families, friends and carers: a framework for adult social care employers

Provider: Skills for Care

As Skills for Care states, working with families, friends, and carers is essential to delivering person-centred care. It helps providers gain a deeper understanding of an individual’s history, preferences, and the key aspects of their cultural background. This guide offers a framework to help social care employers and staff improve collaboration with families.

Working with families, friends and carers: a framework for adult social care employers

Working with families, friends and carers: a framework for adult social care employers

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