Services which are delivered in collaboration with other professions/disciplines or agencies are examined along with specialist areas of care such as respite and long-term care. Particular emphasis is placed on issues arising as a result of the Community Care Act, especially the assessment of need and access to services.



The book highlights good practice and identifies useful approaches to practice with examples of where these exist. The overall emphasis is on the quality of health care, the relevant contributions of clinical audit, and other quality assurance...