Michael Mandelstam Bücher

Focusing on the legal framework surrounding the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, this book addresses the responsibilities of local authorities and agencies in protecting individuals from abuse, neglect, and omission. It explores a wide range of laws related to social services, healthcare regulation, mental capacity, and human rights. The text highlights critical issues faced by vulnerable adults, such as inadequate protection for those with learning disabilities and serious care failures in NHS settings, emphasizing the need for improved standards and accountability.

The book offers a comprehensive overview of manual handling legislation and practices, combining an accessible introduction with detailed A-Z entries. It includes legal case law, national guidance, and policy insights, making it a valuable resource for quick reference on various issues related to manual handling. The fully cross-referenced format enhances usability, allowing readers to easily find specific information.

The law of NHS continuing healthcare is vital in deciding whether adults in long-term care get full NHS funding, or have to fund themselves. This essential guide through the NHS legal maze provides information for health and social care practitioners, who need to make well-informed, well-judged decisions for the care of patients and service users.

The author shows beyond question that neglectful care is a systemic blight, rather than mere local blemish, within our health services. He analyses the causes and factors involved, reveals the widespread denial and lack of accountability from those responsible, and spells out implications of this failure to care for the vulnerable with humanity.

The fourth edition offers an updated overview of community care law, addressing significant legal, policy, and practice changes. It presents clear explanations of relevant legislation, including aspects of the NHS, disability grants, and mental capacity. Key updates include the Mental Capacity Act 2005, implications of self-directed care, and modifications to direct payments. The book also discusses safeguarding adults and the latest case law, making it an essential resource for practitioners navigating the complexities of community care legislation.

The second edition of this established text delves into the crucial topic of safeguarding vulnerable adults. It provides accessible insights into the challenges and considerations involved in their protection, emphasizing the importance of understanding the legal and ethical frameworks. This updated version enhances previous discussions with current practices and case studies, making it a valuable resource for professionals and students alike who are dedicated to improving the well-being of at-risk individuals.

The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Care Act 2014, detailing its provisions and implications for health and social care in the UK. Authored by a recognized expert, it explores the challenges and changes brought about by the legislation, offering insights into its effects on daily practices within the sector.

Focusing on key legal issues in community care, this comprehensive A to Z provides concise explanations and immediate access to important definitions. It uniquely summarizes many recent legal cases, making it an essential resource for understanding the complexities of community care law.

This book lays out the current legal requirements of manual handling in a non- technical way and includes case studies illustrating the law applied in practice, across health, social care and educational settings. The main part of the book is an A-Z guide, providing quick access to legislation and common law rules applying to personal injury cases.