DC189-Using AI in Domiciliary Care Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Using AI in Domiciliary Care Policy 1. Introduction and Purpose Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are becoming more common in health and social care for administrative tasks, care planning and note‑taking. AI can free up staff time and improve efficiency, but it also introduces risks if not used carefully. {{org_field_trading_name}} is […]

DC188-Good Governance Organisational Structure Policy Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Good Governance: Organisational Structure Policy – Children & Young-Adult Services 1. Purpose and Scope This policy explains how {{org_field_name}} governs and manages its domiciliary care service for children and young adults. It applies to all aspects of our personal care delivery in people’s homes and the community. The aim of the […]

DC185-Staying Put Policy for Children and Care Leavers

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Staying Put Policy for Children and Care Leavers 1. Purpose and scope {{org_field_name}} supports young people who have lived in foster care to remain with their former foster carers after their 18th birthday through “Staying Put” arrangements. Although we are a {{org_field_type}} providing domiciliary care, our staff may be commissioned […]

DC184-Children, Young People, Family Involvement Policy

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Children / Young People / Family Involvement Policy 1. Purpose and ethos {{org_field_name}} believes that children and young people do best when their voices are heard and their families and trusted networks are welcomed as partners in care. This policy sets out how we involve children and young people (CYP) […]

DC183-Safe Recruitment and Vetting in Domiciliary Care-Adults and Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Safe Recruitment and Vetting in Domiciliary Care (Children and Adults) Recruiting staff to work in domiciliary care (providing personal care in clients’ homes or community settings) requires robust vetting and safeguarding measures. In England, extra legal and regulatory steps apply when staff will work with children and young people (0–18), […]

DC182-Receiving and Acting on Complaints Policy-Adults and Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Receiving and Acting on Complaints Policy 1. Introduction At {{org_field_name}}, we are committed to providing high-quality domiciliary care services that meet the needs of our service users of all ages. We deliver personal care and support in a variety of settings, including individuals’ homes and community locations such as parks, […]

DC181-Quality Assurance Policy-Adults and Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Quality Assurance Policy 1. Introduction Purpose of the Policy At {{org_field_name}}, we are committed to delivering exceptional, high-quality domiciliary care for people of all ages (including children and young people) that puts our service users at the heart of everything we do. This Quality Assurance Policy sets out our approach […]

DC180-Person-Centred Care Planning Policy (Adults, Children and Young People)

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Person-Centred Care Planning Policy (Adults, Children and Young People) Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all individuals receiving domiciliary care services – including both adults and children/young people – are provided with care and support tailored to their specific needs, preferences, and aspirations. {{org_field_name}} is committed […]

DC179-Infection Control Policy-Adults and Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Infection Control Policy (Adults and Children) 1. Purpose This policy outlines how {{org_field_name}}, as a domiciliary care provider in England, prevents and controls infections to protect service users and staff – including both adults and children/young people. Effective infection prevention and control (IPC) is essential for ensuring people stay healthy […]

DC178-Duty of Candour Policy-Adults and Children

{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Duty of Candour Policy 1. Purpose At {{org_field_name}}, we are committed to providing high-quality, safe, and compassionate care to all our service users. However, we recognise that despite best efforts, things can sometimes go wrong. When this happens, we have a legal and moral responsibility to be open and honest […]