Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act Flashcard

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What was one of the main reasons for introducing the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014?

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To modernise outdated social care legislation

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Which of the following was NOT a factor contributing to the need for the Act?

• An ageing population
• Increased expectations for personalised services
• A surplus of social care workers
• The need for better integration of health and social care

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A surplus of social care workers

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What does "voice and control" mean in the context of the Act?

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Allowing individuals to make decisions about their care

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Which principle of the Act focuses on supporting individuals to achieve well-being in every aspect of their lives?

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Well-being

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What is "co-production" in the context of the Act?

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Working with individuals and their support network to meet their needs

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How does the Act aim to improve service delivery?

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By promoting multi-agency collaboration

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Which of the following best describes person-centred care?

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Care that prioritises the preferences and needs of the individual

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Which of the following is NOT a key principle of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014? Options: Voice and control, Well-being, Centralisation, Multi-agency working

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Centralisation

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How does the Act aim to shift the focus of care services?

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From intervention at crisis point to early intervention and prevention

Prevention is better than cure!

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What is the primary goal of the "multi-agency" principle in the Act?

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To provide more comprehensive, person-centred services