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Person-Centred Practice in Social Care: Core Principles and Everyday Values

Person-centred practice isn’t a style of care — it’s a way of thinking. This guide explores the core principles and values that make support truly person-led, translating “choice and control”...

Social Care Mini-Series — Tendering, Safeguarding & Person-Centred Practice

A growing collection of complete 7-part mini-series exploring social care tenders, safeguarding, person-centred planning, outcomes, reablement, and more — designed to strengthen your bids and inspection evidence.

Co-Production Isn’t a Buzzword — It’s a Mindset

Co-production means doing things with people, not for them — and it must sit at the heart of person-centred support.

Choice Isn’t Just About Options — It’s About Control

Person-centred support means more than offering options — it means putting people in control of their own lives, on their terms

Relationships, Community and Belonging: The Often Forgotten Side of Person-Centred Support

Being person-centred isn’t just about support plans — it’s about relationships, community connections and real belonging.

Control, Choice and Consent: Foundations of Person-Centred Support

True person-centred support means people have meaningful control over how their lives are shaped — not just input into tasks.

Relationships First: Why Person-Centred Support Starts with Human Connection

Strong relationships between staff and people supported are the foundation of person-centred care — not just a bonus.

Personalisation in Practice: How to Embed Choice and Control

Embedding personalisation means going beyond care plans — it’s about everyday decisions, flexibility, and voice.

What Person-Centred Care Really Means (And Why It Matters in Tenders)

True person-centred care is about power, not paperwork. It’s a value base, not just a care plan