Supported decision-making

Evidence includes communication preferences, decision-support arrangements and examples of participant choices shaping everyday support.

  • Accessible information
  • Clear decision supporters and boundaries
  • Records of will and preferences
  • Worker understanding of communication

Safeguarding

Safeguarding should be proactive, participant-specific and visible within each home.

  • Individual safeguards
  • Incident and complaint learning
  • Worker escalation pathways
  • Oversight of restrictive-practice interfaces

Practice governance

Governance connects leadership accountability with quality on each shift.

  • Competency and supervision
  • Person-centred practice
  • Trauma-informed approaches
  • Assurance across homes

Housing and support arrangements

Participants need clear information about tenancy, housing and support responsibilities, with transparent conflict controls.

  • Clear agreements
  • Separation of responsibilities
  • Conflict-of-interest controls
  • Choice when arrangements change