It means treating people as individuals, with different skills and abilities, without making judgment based on stereotypes. It is based on fair equal, and courteous opportunities to all individuals, it should include the principle of treating people with fairness. It should also create a way of life where people of all backgrounds can feel appreciated and valued, and should be well established in health and social care services. The word diverse means “varied and different” so “diversity” is about more than equality. It is about valuing variety and individual differences and creating a culture, environment and practices which respect and value differences for the benefit of society, organisations and individuals.
Whilst respecting the individuals diversity cultures and values. Understand how to implement a person – centred approach in an adult social care setting. Describe how to find out the history, preferences, wishes and needs of an individual We could find out such information relating to an individual by working in a way that puts the individual at the centre of any planning and support, we can do this be communicating with them to find out about their history, preferences and wishes. It is important that we appear and work in a non – judgemental way in order to eliminate any prejudices and / or personal feelings as to not discriminate in any way against the individual. By promoting independence and autonomy, we can also ensure equality and inclusive practice; we can do this by actively encouraging and thus empowering individuals to use their strengths and potentials.
Promote equality and inclusion in health, social care or children’s and young people’s settings SC2 Unit 10: 1.1 Diversity: The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It includes knowing how to relate to those qualities and conditions that are different from our own and outside the groups which we belong to, but are present in other individuals or groups. Examples of the different characteristics are: age; culture; disability (mental, learning, physical); economic background; education; ethnicity; gender identity; language spoken; marital/partner status; physical appearance; race; religious beliefs; sexual orientation. Diversity is a commitment to recognising and appreciating the variety of characteristics that make individuals unique in a way that promotes and celebrates both individual and collective achievement. By valuing the variety and individual differences we can create a culture, environment and practises that respect and celebrate these for the benefit of society, organisations and individual.
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION ESSENTIAL STANDARDS OF EQUALITY AND SAFETY Outcome 1: Respecting and Involving People Who Use Services 1A: People who use services are involved in and receive care, treatment and support that respect their rights to make or influence decisions because the service: • Makes people who use services aware of Independent Advocacy Services wherever they are available • Cooperates with Independent advocacy services where a person who uses services uses one. • We need to have an IMCA Advocacy in place. 1H: People who use services are provided with information about: • The cost of the services, where charges are applied. ( Need to be added in the Service user Guide) • Local advocacy services 1J: People who use services can influence how the service is run as they are given opportunities to take part in decision making through: • A representative user group made up of people who are using, or have used, the service or similar service. ( Social services to act on their behalf in any decision making for the service users) • The cooperation of local involvement networks, where they have the right to enter and view the service.
Equality is about everyone being treated fairly, however it does not mean we treat everyone the same. It is about celebrating diversity and ensuring that no one is discriminated against because of their differences, giving everyone equal opportunities. To discriminate is to use someone's differences as a disadvantage to them, for example, failing to install wheelchair ramps in the workplace making it difficult for anyone in a wheelchair to enter the building. Equality is about removing these barriers and eliminating discrimination. Inclusion is the practice of eliminating discrimination and removing the barriers that may be hindering people, helping them access equal opportunities and fair treatment.
The equality and diversity act 2010 is legislation that was put in place to give equal rights and opportunities for people regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, race or religion. This legislation promotes diversity, equality and inclusion and makes it a requirement that it is practiced and included in the health and social care setting. It makes it illegal to discriminate against individuals in any way. To ensure we value diversity we need to consider the individual’s identity, I feel that in my work environment I do this by encouraging the lady and gentlemen I support to do as much on their own as they can. It may be something simple such as washing themselves or cleaning their own teeth.
P1- In this assignment I am going to explain the concepts of equality, diversity and rights in relation to health and social care. Equality- In our community centre, equality is really important as we want to ensure there are equal opportunities for all and it is important that we make sure everyone has equal access to all facilities. Equality is important in ensuring treatment is fair and equitable, by this I mean people should be treated fairly and receive what they require; this means the community centre should provide adequate services for all people. Overall equality is important to the centre in ensuring that everyone receives equal access no matter whether they have a social or physical disadvantage. We must ensure that we are not marginalising against the people at the centre, this means that if people are from poor backgrounds we are providing services which are appropriate and that we are still providing equally to that of others in the centre.
Some examples of diversity are; race, gender, sexuality, disability or religion. Equality The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals and groups from discrimination. equality means providing equal opportunists for all, ensuring individuals have the opportunity to fulfil their full potential and have the same access to rights and choices, equality does not mean that everyone should be treated that same we have to appreciate the diversities within our society. Inclusion Inclusion is taking positive action to include all individuals and groups, taking steps to remove any barriers that would exclude a person or group. We must always meet the needs of our service users ensuring they feel valued,
SHC33 – Promote Equality and Inclusion on Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young people’s Settings Explain what is meant by: Diversity Diversity is the valuing of our individual differences and talents, creating a culture where everyone can participate, thrive and contribute. There are so many ways in which people differ from each other ssuch as: Appearance, Ability, Gender, Race, Culture, Talent, Age and Beliefs. Equality Equality is a legal framework to protect against discrimination, promote equality of opportunity and foster good relations between people with 'protected characteristics. It is very important that everybody is treated equal and the same. Inclusion Inclusion, this is the total opposite of discrimination and I think it means to be fully included, to make people feel valued and respected irrespective of ethnicity, gender, disability, medical or other need, culture, age, religion and sexual orientation.
Equal Opportunities and Anti-discriminatory Practice Policy Equal opportunity means giving people an equal chance or equal access to opportunities and resources. The best way of putting equal opportunities ideas into action is through anti-discriminatory practice. Anti-discrimination includes recognising the needs of people form diverse backgrounds, including those who come from minority religious or cultural backgrounds. Please access and read the BHC Equal Opportunities and Anti-Discriminatory policy, which can be identified by your Home Manager. You also need to read the Centre Equal Opportunities and Anti- Discriminatory policy, which is below.