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Dignity in care
Care that suppports and promotes
a person's self respect
'For me, dignity is about seeing the individual person and respecting their own space and their way of life'
The Dignity factors
Research indicates that there are eight main factors that promote dignity in care. Each of these Dignity Factors contributes to a person's sense of self respect, and they should all be present in care.
Enabling people to make choices about the way they live and the care they receive.
Speaking to people respectfully and listening to what they have to say; ensuring clear dialogue between workers and services.
Providing a choice of nutritious, appetising meals, that meet the needs and choices of individuals, and support with eating where needed.
Ensuring that people living with pain have the right help and medication to reduce suffering and improve their quality of life.
Enabling people to maintain their usual standards of personal hygiene.
Enabling people to maintain their independence by providing ‘that little bit of help’.
Respecting people’s personal space, privacy in personal care and confidentiality of personal information.
Supporting people to keep in contact with family and friends, and to participate in social activities.
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