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Self-neglect

Definition in Statutory Guidance

of

Self-neglect

GOV.UK

from

Care and Support Statutory Guidance, chapter 14

14.17 Self-neglect This covers a wide range of behaviour neglecting to care for one's personal hygiene, health or surroundings and includes behaviour such as hoarding. It should be noted that self-neglect may not prompt a section 42 enquiry. An assessment should be made on a case by case basis. A decision on whether a response is required under safeguarding will depend on the adult's ability to protect themselves by controlling their own behaviour. There may come a point when they are no longer able to do this, without external support.

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Definition in Statutory Guidance

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Self-neglect

GOV.UK

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Care and Support Statutory Guidance, Annex J (Glossary)

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

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Definition

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Self-neglect

Social Care Institute for Excellence

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SCIE website: Types and indicators of abuse

Types of self-neglect: Lack of self-care to an extent that it threatens personal health and safety Neglecting to care for one's personal hygiene, health or surroundings Inability to avoid self-harm Failure to seek help or access services to meet health and social care needs Inability or unwillingness to manage one's personal affairs

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Data descriptor

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Self-neglect

NHS Digital

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ASC Collections Data Dictionary (Beta v1.3)

Covers a wide range of behaviour; neglecting to care for one's personal hygiene, health or surroundings and includes behaviour such as hoarding.

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