Carers Act - what does it mean for Professionals?
The Carers Act became law in 2016 and was implemented in April 2018. It is reflective of Scotland’s vision to build a better, fairer society for all. The intention of the Act is to maximise opportunities and minimise negative impacts so as to allow carers to have a life alongside caring.
The wording ‘regular and substantial’ has been removed, as the first Duty is to ensure that every carer is offered a support plan which is recognised as the mechanism through which needs for support are monitored and managed.
It is your responsibility to ensure that this happens.
The Carers Centre carry out the Carers Support Plans on behalf of Scottish Borders Council. To make a referral, please ask the carers' permission, then contact us.
We will do the rest.
The wording ‘regular and substantial’ has been removed, as the first Duty is to ensure that every carer is offered a support plan which is recognised as the mechanism through which needs for support are monitored and managed.
It is your responsibility to ensure that this happens.
The Carers Centre carry out the Carers Support Plans on behalf of Scottish Borders Council. To make a referral, please ask the carers' permission, then contact us.
We will do the rest.