Michael Mandelstam provides independent legal training to local authorities, the NHS and voluntary organisations. In the past, he worked at the Disabled Living Foundation, a national voluntary organisation, and for a few years at the Social Services Inspectorate at the Department of Health. He holds postgraduate qualifications in law, information studies and the history of science and medicine.
Description
Introduction. 1. Overview of Themes and Chapters. 2. Safeguarding Law and Policy. 3. Proportionate Interventions, the State, Human Rights (and Discrimination Law). 4. Local Social Services Authorities: Pivotal Role in Safeguarding. 5. The National Health Service: Law, Policy and Guidance on Safeguarding. 6. The National Health Service: Systemic Poor Care and Neglect. 7. Regulation of Health and Social Care Providers. 8. Regulation of Health and Social Care Professionals. 9. Barring Workers: the Disclosure and Barring Service. 10. Regulating Workers: Criminal Record Certificates. 11. Irregular Regulation: Whistle-blowing. 12. Mental Capacity. 13. Inherent Jurisdiction of the High Court. 14. Interventions and Removal of People from their own Homes (Including in Circumstances of Self-neglect). 15. Civil Orders and Housing Matters. 16. Sharing and Disclosure of Personal and Other Information. 17. Criminal Justice: Prosecution, Evidence, Protecting Victims and Coroners. 18. Criminal Justice Support for Vulnerable Victims and Witnesses. 19. Criminal Justice Assistance for Vulnerable Suspects. 20. Physical Harm and Abuse: Criminal Offences. 21. Sexual Offences. 22. Financial Harm and Abuse: Criminal Offences. 23. Undue Influence: Gifts, Wills (Law of Equity). 24. Harm and Civil Wrongs, Including Negligence. 25. Restraint. References. Index.
Praise for the second edition: 'Mandelstam has done it again! He has produced a readable and comprehensive text covering an important topic relevant to all in the care sector... Mandelstam's clear writing style and extensive knowledge enable the reader to dip in and out as necessary. I would highly recommend this book as a reference guide and as a resource for teaching in higher education.' -- British Journal of Occupational Therapy Praise for the first edition: 'The safeguarding of vulnerable adults is a major area of work for protection and enforcement agencies, yet this is the first book to address the legal framework of such efforts. Particular emphasis is put upon issues concerning vulnerable adults harmed by abuse, neglect or omission. Case histories blend with community insights, as well as social and financial harm analysis, in a detailed, in-depth guide.' -- The Midwest Book Review Case law, careful analysis and sound practice. This is an essential reference for all care home providers and home care agencies. -- Caring Times Overall, by keeping vulnerable adults at the forefront of this text and considering safeguarding law in context and from a broad perspective, Mandelstam has made Safeguarding Adults and the Law an indispensable text. Individual and organisational responsibilities are plainly laid out, and the dilemmas and uncertainties acknowledged... It is an excellent resource for those who have involvement with vulnerable adults in any capacity. Student will find this book with its clear discussions of a complex legal landscape, a vital too. -- Polly Sykes, Teaching Fellow, University of York * Journal of Social Work Practice *