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Alzheimer's Society Comment On The Use Of The Human Rights Act In Private Care Homes, UK

Main Category: Alzheimer's / Dementia
Also Included In: Caregivers / Homecare
Article Date: 20 Feb 2008 - 2:00 PDT

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More than two thirds of people in care homes are living with dementia and thousands of them and their carers are left exposed by this scandalous legal loophole.

There should never be any compromise when it comes to treating people with fairness, dignity, equality and respect and there needs to be an urgent rethink on extending the Human Rights Act to protect all residents.

We hear every day about people with dementia being neglected in care homes, being refused a daily bath or forced to wear incontinence pads for 15 hours. If a person with dementia is forced to move from one care home to another it can pose serious risks to their health and wellbeing.

This two-tier approach to legally binding human rights, which depends on how and who runs care homes, cannot continue.

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The Alzheimer's Society is the leading care and research charity for people with all forms dementia and their carers. It provides information and education, support for carers, and quality day and home care. It funds medical and scientific research and campaigns for improved health and social services and greater public understanding of dementia.

Alzheimer's Society




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