Person Centred Planning and Care Management with People with Learning Disabilities

As government policy initiatives for those with learning disabilities focus on individualised planning and client involvement, this timely book provides a reflective analysis of person centred planning. Drawing on the contributors' practical experience and research findings, the book will explore policy and practice issues of person centred planning, including:· advocacy for service users· risk management· inter-agency and inter-professional working· exploitation and abuse· de-institutionalisation.With best practice case studies to illustrate person centred planning in action and inclusion of the views of service users, the contributors give a comprehensive picture of practice in this area. Written in a clear and practical manner, with learning and practice points throughout the book, it will provide a invaluable guide for policy makers, social workers, carers, students, academics and managers.