Community Care

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The government said the Mental Health Bill would tackle racial discrimination in care, end the inappropriate detention of people with a learning disability and autistic people and give patients a greater say in decisions over their care. Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

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Mental Health Disability Hospitals Treatment Planning 69

Community Care

APRIL 24, 2025

Opposition amendments to the bill Several amendments were made to the bill despite being opposed by the government. The government minister, Baroness Merron (Labour), argued that due to drafting deficiencies, the effect of the amendment would be to give the police additional detention powers, contrary to its intentions.

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Community Care

MAY 10, 2022

Proposals to overhaul the Mental Health Act 1983 will be considered by Parliament over the next year, the government announced today in the Queen’s Speech. Introducing a statutory care and treatment plan for all people in detention, written with them and setting out a clear pathway to discharge.

Mental Health 70

Mental Health Disability Treatment Planning Disorder 70

Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system. Flexibility in adapting treatment plans is essential, as goals are met, new issues emerge, or crises arise.

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Social Worker Treatment Planning Interventional Justice and Corrections 95

Community Care

JANUARY 19, 2023

However, rather than statutory principles, it recommended a new provision, placed at the beginning of the MHA, requiring the government to draw up the revised MHA code of practice having regard to and including the principles set out in the independent review.

Mental Health 57

Mental Health Disability Advocacy Government 57

Relias

MARCH 5, 2025

Beyond physical safety, adherence to medical guidelines ensures optimal treatment outcomes. Ketamine is most effective when used as part of a structured treatment plan, including therapy and ongoing mental health support. Ensuring a support person is present for patients undergoing at-home treatments.

Patient Safety 40

Patient Safety Medicare Treatment Planning Administration 40

Social Work Haven

MAY 31, 2023

Social workers can work in different settings, such as schools, hospitals, non-profit organisations, government agencies, and private practice. Implementing Treatment and Services – Case managers work with clients to ensure their recommended treatments and services are provided in a timely manner.

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Case Management Social Worker Healthcare Mental Health 52