2.3 Evaluate risks associated with a support plan

Qualification: Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
Unit: Facilitate support planning to ensure positive outcomes for individuals and to support well being
Learning outcome: Be able to develop a support plan to meet the identified needs of an individual
Assessment criteria: 2.3 Evaluate risks associated with a support plan

• Any risks identified in the support plan should be risk assessed
• Risk should be managed so that it can be minimised or eliminated
• E.g. an elderly individual that wants to maintain their independence as much as possible may use telecare services so that they have access to help if needed