Care homes for older people - National minimum standards - Care homes regulations. February 2003. 3rd edition (3rd impression 2006)
Publication Year
2003
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
To ensure care homes meet the needs, secure the welfare and social inclusion of residents. Applies to all homes providing accommodation, nursing care and personal care for older people. Covers choice of home, health and personal care, daily life and social activities, complaints procedures and protection, environment, staffing, management and administration.
Document History
Replaces earlier impression of 3rd edition. Incorporates Statutory Instrument 2001 No. 3965 Care Homes Regulations.
ISBN
9780113226078
Publisher Information
Department of Health
The Department of Health was committed to improving the quality and convenience of care provided by the NHS and social services. Its work included setting national standards, shaping the direction of health and social care services and promoting healthier living. Publications included Space for Health: Technical Manuals, as well as the Health Building Notes, Health Technical Memorandums, and White Papers. They were renamed to the Department of Health and Social Care. However responsibility for technical guidance was then transferred to NHS Improvement in February 2017 which is now part of NHS England and NHS Improvement.
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