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Care Act 2014: what it means
The law that sets out councils' duties for adult social care in England.
It gives people the right to a needs assessment, carers the right to a carer's assessment, and sets the national eligibility criteria, charging rules, deferred payments and safeguarding duties.
See also
- Care needs assessment: A free assessment by the council of what care and support someone needs, whatever their savings.
- Carer's assessment: A free council assessment of the needs of an unpaid carer, separate from the person they care for.
- Safeguarding: Protecting adults at risk from abuse or neglect; councils lead enquiries when concerns are raised.
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