what does the law state on obtaining and keeping information on individuals in a care home setting?

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what does the law state on obtaining and keeping information on individuals in a care home setting?

2007-06-15 06:05:32 · 2 answers · asked by KATY T 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics

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Each state has their own laws pertaining to this so they differ from one state to another.

2007-06-15 06:09:30 · answer #1 · answered by lcmcpa 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋

We are covered by the data protection act 1984. any info must be under lock and key, no info of any resident must leave the home by word of mouth or any other means with out there say so.
Under the above law a resident has the right to access her files at any time.

2007-06-15 06:34:24 · answer #2 · answered by LMH 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋