Code of Practice

CODE OF PRACTICE

Members of the Lancashire Care Association are required to:

• Act in such a manner as to enhance the reputation of the independent care sector

• Positively promote egood professional practicef by providing the highest possible standards of care

• Be fully aware of their responsibilities with regard to current legislation and regulations relevant to their organisation

• Be honest, ethical and sympathetic in all dealings with clients

• Respect the dignity of the client

• Involve clients and/or relatives/advocates in decision making

• Provide information to clients regarding costs, funding etc

• Respect confidentiality

• Ensure a safe working environment

• Ensure that care workers receive training commensurate with their role

• Challenge discrimination on the grounds of race, gender, language etc

• Ensure the protection of clientsf rights and recognise that the general welfare of the client is paramount

• Uphold the current policies of the LCA and comply with the appropriate Code of Conduct/Practice of other professional organisations whom the LCA recognise or to whom the LCA is affiliated