Understanding Health and Social Care

This is the concise, accessible guide for students who want a comprehensive introduction to health and social care Engaging case studies, reflective exercises, chapter summaries and overviews and suggestions for further reading link theory, policy and practice. Thematic chapters cover partnership working and integrated care; independent living, disability and long-term conditions; discrimination; user involvement; and support for carers. This new edition has been updated to cover key developments under the Coalition and beyond, including the 2012 Health Act, the 2014 Care Act, the Francis inquiry/Winterbourne View, the integrated care agenda and the impact of austerity. A must for anyone studying any aspect of health and social care.