Synopsis

This unit is about assessing need. It is important to understand and hear about people's experiences of being assessed by health or social welfare professionals so that more sensitive responses to those with care and support needs can be developed. We interviewed three people about their experiences of assessment. Having done that, we then asked a social worker and an occupational therapist to listen to the interviews and to comment on them.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Learning outcomes
1 Brian and Sylvia's experiences
2 Gaynor and Liz comment on Brian and Sylvia's situation
3 Anne's experiences
4 Gaynor and Liz comment on Anne's situation
5 General points on assessment
Next steps
Acknowledgements

 

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