top of page

Self-neglect

Definition in Statutory Guidance

From:

Care and Support Statutory Guidance, Annex J (Glossary)

GOV.UK

Where someone demonstrates lack of care for themselves and or their environment and refuses assistance or services. It can be long-standing or recent.

If a flag appears next to this message, click on it to see others' comments about this definition

Further information:

Comment on this definition

Thanks for submitting!

bottom of page