HCS18-Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults Policy Statement of Intent Purpose: This policy sets out how {{org_field_name}} protects the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults in our care. We are fully committed to a zero-tolerance approach to abuse or neglect of any kind. Every adult has the right to be […]
HCS17-End-of-Life Care and Palliative Care
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} End-of-Life Care and Palliative Care Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to provide a clear and compassionate framework for delivering high-quality, person-centred palliative and end-of-life care to individuals supported by {{org_field_name}}. This policy ensures that care is delivered with dignity, respect, and in a way that meets […]
HCS16-Infection Prevention and Control
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Infection Prevention and Control Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} provides the highest standard of infection prevention and control (IPC) within our community-based, domiciliary care services. We aim to: This policy reflects the specific challenges of delivering safe care in people’s own homes, […]
HCS15-Nutrition and Hydration Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Nutrition and Hydration Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all individuals supported by {{org_field_name}} receive safe, nutritious, and personalised food and drink support that promotes their health, wellbeing, dignity, and independence. Proper nutrition and hydration are essential to maintaining overall health, preventing illness, managing […]
HCS14-Medication Management and Administration Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Medication Management and Administration Policy 1. Introduction 1.1. Purpose of the Policy At {{org_field_name}}, we are committed to ensuring that all individuals receiving care in their own homes are supported to manage and take their medication safely, effectively, and in a way that upholds their dignity, independence, and personal preferences. […]
HCS13-Personal Care and Support Planning
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Personal Care and Support Planning Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to set out how {{org_field_name}} ensures that every person we support has a comprehensive, person-led personal plan that reflects their assessed needs, outcomes, preferences, and rights. We aim to promote independence, choice, safety, and wellbeing through […]
HCS12-Person-Centred Care Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Person-Centred Care Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to define and promote the core principles and practices of person-centred care across all levels of service delivery at {{org_field_name}}. Our approach is rooted in the belief that everyone has the right to be recognised as an individual, to […]
HCS11-Insurance and Liability Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Insurance and Liability Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} is fully insured and legally compliant in protecting the safety, wellbeing, and financial security of the people we support, our employees, contractors, visitors, and the wider public. It provides clear guidelines to ensure our […]
HCS10-Conflicts of Interest Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Conflicts of Interest Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all operations at {{org_field_name}} are carried out with the utmost integrity, transparency, and fairness, especially where staff or organisational decisions could be influenced by competing interests. This policy sets out the procedures to identify, declare, […]
HCS09-Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy 1. Introduction At {{org_field_name}}, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for everyone we support, employ, and work alongside. We recognise the rich diversity of individuals and communities across Scotland and strive to ensure that every person—whether a service user, employee, […]