Promoting Equality, Diversity, and Rights in Health and Social Care

Learning Outcomes (LOs)

LO1: Understand concepts of equality, diversity, and rights in health, social, and child care.
LO2: Understand discriminatory practices' impact on individuals in care environments.
LO3: Understand current legislation promoting anti-discriminatory practice.
LO4: Understand how to promote equality, diversity, and rights in care settings.

Non-judgemental practices: Avoid stereotyping and labelling.
Respect individual choices: Acknowledge the views and decisions of those receiving care.
Anti-discriminatory practice: Value diversity and uphold individual rights.
Effective communication: Tailor communication methods to meet individual needs.
Agreed ways of working: Follow established protocols in care delivery.
Staff development: Ongoing training and mentoring for staff.
Monitoring practices: Regularly evaluate care quality through staff meetings and performance management.

Mental health effects: Depression, anxiety, feelings of worthlessness.
Physical health effects: Injuries from inadequate care; nutritional neglect.
Social well-being impact: Withdrawal from social activities and decline in self-confidence.

Legislative frameworks support the promotion of equality and anti-discrimination in care.
National initiatives enhance awareness and provide guidelines for implementing inclusive practices.

Challenge discriminatory behavior: Immediate and procedural responses to discrimination.
Whistleblowing: Reporting unethical or unsafe practices.
Complaints procedures: Providing clear information about advocacy services and feedback channels.
Values of care: Ensuring care is high quality, personalized, safe, and compassionate.

Identified Issues: Rough handling, lack of respect for personal choices, and financial concerns.
Promoting Best Practice: Non-judgemental support, staff training, and addressing individual needs to improve Julie’s care experience.