- Q1: Is there a vulnerable adults policy, and how will the safety and security of the person be managed?
- Consultation on Vulnerable Adults [PDF, 251KB] Scottish Government (2002)
- No Fears as Long as we Work Together: Scottish Borders Enquiry [PDF, 977KB] Mental Welfare Commission / Social Work Inspectorate Scottish Government (2005)
- UPDATED/NEW: Improving the Quality of Life for People with Learning Disabilities: Research into Practice [PDF, 314KB] Conference Report (2005) Scottish Government/University of St Andrews.
- UPDATED/NEW: Good practice guidance on the commissioning of specialist adult learning disability health services for adults, in particular to assist in responding to shortcomings identified in these services in recent Healthcare Commission reports including those into abuse in Cornwall and Merton and Sutton. Dept. of Health
- Q2: Is there a risk management strategy for individual and public safety?
- CRU Report: Risk Assessment and Management of Serious Violent and Sexual Offenders: A Review of Current Issues Scottish Government (2002)
- UPDATED/NEW: Serious violent and sexual offenders: The Use of Risk Assessment Tools in Scotland [PDF, 834KB] Scottish Government Social Research (2002)
- Q3: Is there access to appropriate local services?
- Q4: Does the person have access to income?
- Q5: Does the person have complex needs – challenging behaviour/ASD/forensic needs – and how will these be managed in the service(s) being commissioned?
- UPDATED/NEW: Improving the Quality of Life for People with Learning Disabilities: Research into Practice Conference Report (2005) Scottish Government/University of St Andrews
UPDATED/NEW: Conference proceedings and speakers presentations available at: http://www.jitscotland.org.uk/action-areas/learning-disability/
Outcome of the Scoping of a HTA in Psychotropic Medications and Psychosocial Interventions for people with Challenging Behaviour [PDF, 349KB](2004) NHS QIS
- UPDATED/NEW: Improving the Quality of Life for People with Learning Disabilities: Research into Practice Conference Report (2005) Scottish Government/University of St Andrews
- Q6: What access is there to leisure/social activities and/or life long learning?
- Q7: How will independence be maximised?
- UPDATED/NEW: A Guide to Receiving Direct Payments in Scotland Scottish Government (2002)
- UPDATED/NEW: Leaflet on Direct Payments
- Q8: What are the major milestones and on what dates will these be achieved?
- Q9: How are service users and carers involved in the development of the services specification?
- Q10: How, specifically, will staff be trained and supported?
- Regulation of health care support staff and social care support staff in Scotland: A consultation document Scottish Government (2004)
- Q11: What are the anticipated outcomes for improving physical and mental health, and/or reducing health inequalities?
- UPDATED/NEW: Equal Treatment: Closing the Gap. A formal investigation into physical health inequalities experienced by people with learning disabilities and/or mental health problems.
- Promoting Health, Supporting Inclusion: The national review of the contribution of all nurses and midwives to the care and support of people with learning disabilities Scottish Government (2002)
- UPDATED/NEW: "If You Don't Ask You Don't Get": Review of Services to People with Learning Disabilities: The Views of People who use Services and their Carers Scottish Government (1999)
- Implementation of Services for Adults with Learning Disabilities in line with the Same As You review Scottish Government (2004)
- UPDATED/NEW: Health Needs Assessment Report People with Learning Disabilities in Scotland Glasgow NHS Health Scotland (2004)
- UPDATED/NEW: Equally Well : Report of the Ministerial Task Force on Health Inequalities - Volume 2
- UPDATED/NEW: A Good Practice Guide for Commissioners, CPA Care Coordinators and Independent Sector Providers.
Care Services Improvement Partnership/ National Institute for Mental Health in England. (2006) This guide focuses on the need for close links between Care Programme Approach (CPA) co-ordinators responsible for 'micro-commissioning' mental health placements on behalf of individual service users, and providers and commissioners of residential services.
- Q12: Is the service specification checked by the Care Commission? Is there a standard accommodation specification in use locally?
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