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Care Act 2014: Wellbeing in Practice

Care Act 2014: Wellbeing in Practice

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The Care Act 2014 is implemented in practice through the work of experts across social work, social policy, care, law, mental health, mental capacity, and safeguarding, with case studies and evidence from research, case law, and service user and carer testimonies. It supports social work students in developing good practice and critical reflection of this crucial piece of legislation for practitioners pursuing continuing professional development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2019
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd


The Care Act 2014 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that brings together experts from various fields to ensure its effective implementation. This groundbreaking act aims to improve the lives of individuals who require care and support. By examining the provisions and principles of the Act in detail, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of how they are applied in practice.

The Care Act 2014 is a multifaceted piece of legislation that seeks to address the diverse needs of individuals who require care and support. It brings together experts from various fields, including social work, social policy, law, mental health, mental capacity, and safeguarding, to ensure its effective implementation. Through a series of case studies, this book provides valuable insights into how the Act relates to social work practice.

The case studies presented in the book are based on real-life scenarios and are designed to help readers understand how the Act applies in different situations. These case studies are mapped closely to both the social work curriculum and the post-qualifying standards, making it an invaluable resource for social work students. By studying these case studies, students can develop good practice and critical reflection of the crucial provisions of the Care Act 2014.

Furthermore, the book offers evidence from research, case law, and service user and carer testimonies to support its arguments. This evidence provides a deeper understanding of the issues and challenges faced by individuals who require care and support, and how the Act aims to address them.

The Care Act 2014 is a crucial piece of legislation that has the potential to transform the way care and support are provided in the UK. By exploring its provisions and principles in detail, this book provides a valuable resource for practitioners, students, and policymakers alike. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in improving the lives of individuals who require care and support.

Weight: 502g
Dimension: 172 x 247 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526446879

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