Practice examples - assessment and eligibility for the Care Act 2014

Published: March 2015
Last reviewed/updated: October 2022

A selection of examples that have been taken direct from the frontline to support practitioners to carry out assessments. It includes questions that professionals should ask to fulfil their duties under the Care Act.

Eligibility (adult and carer)

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Carer eligibility

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Fluctuating needs

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Specialist support - deafblind adult

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Strengths-based approach in assessment

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Supported self-assessment

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