Types of HSC Services

There are 6 main types of health and social care services.

• True

• False

What is meant by statutory health and social care services?

What examples of services would be classed as statutory?

• NHS hospitals

• GP surgeries

• Private cosmetic clinics

• Community services such as local dental surgeries

All NHS services are completely free.

• False

• True

Give an example of an NHS service which somebody may have to pay for.

Draw a symbol/ image of what a private health and social care service means to you.

What examples of services would be classed as private?

• Care homes (where the residents must pay to live there)

• Having healthcare insurance e.g. Bupa

• Dental surgeries where you pay for services

• Charities

What could be a disadvantage of private health and social care services?

What could be an advantage of private health and social care services?

Voluntary health and social care services are free for the public to use.

• True

• False