Reducing the Likelihood of Discrimination in Care
Examples of discrimination in the care sector
could include situations where activities are organised in places with no wheelchair
access, complaint forms only being provided in English or meals only being served between
8 am and 5pm, another example could be women being served smaller portions than men at
mealtimes. Examples of diversity in care would be providing
meals that meet individuals preferences and giving individual’s the support they need
so that they can take part in activities. You can work in ways that promote equality
diversity and inclusion and therefore reduce the likelihood of discrimination, this should
include providing care that is person centred, every individual you treat is unique and should
be treated as such, you should always work in non-judgemental ways and follow the agreed
ways of working and work to ensure that everyone is able to take part and included. The code of conduct for Healthcare Support
Workers and Adult Social Care Workers includes the following principles, Promoting and upholding
privacy, dignity, rights health and wellbeing, work in collaboration, communicate in an open
and effective way, respect a person’s right to confidentiality, strive to improve the
quality of care and support, uphold and promote equality, diversity and inclusion and be accountable. When working in care you must challenge discrimination
when you witness behaviour that you know is not right and doesn’t promote the wellbeing
of individuals be courageous and willing to confront or challenge it. If you believe that
any individual is being treated unfairly report it to your manager.
Diversity and Discrimination in the Care Sector
Examples of Discrimination
Discrimination in the care sector can manifest in various ways:
- Lack of Accessibility: Organizing activities in places without wheelchair access.
- Language Barriers: Providing complaint forms only in English.
- Meal Restrictions: Serving meals within limited time frames, disadvantaging certain individuals.
- Gender Disparities: Offering different portion sizes based on gender.
Examples of Diversity in Care
Promoting diversity involves:
- Personalized Meals: Offering meals tailored to individual preferences.
- Supportive Environment: Providing necessary assistance for individuals to participate in activities.
Promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Guidelines for promoting equality and diversity include:
- Person-Centred Care: Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual and tailoring care accordingly.
- Non-Judgemental Approach: Working without bias or prejudice towards any individual.
- Adherence to Agreed Protocols: Following established guidelines to ensure inclusivity.
Code of Conduct
The code of conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers emphasizes:
- Privacy and Dignity: Upholding the rights and dignity of individuals.
- Collaborative Approach: Working in cooperation with others.
- Equality Promotion: Striving to eliminate discrimination and promote inclusivity.
Addressing Discrimination
It is essential to challenge discrimination by:
- Speaking Up: Confronting inappropriate behavior and reporting it to management.
- Advocating for Fairness: Ensuring that all individuals are treated equitably.