Independence, choice and control: CQC quality statement
One of the 5 quality statements under the caring key question.
The statement
We promote people’s independence, so they know their rights and have choice and control over their own care, treatment and wellbeing.
Topics the CQC lists under it
- Access to friends and family (visiting rights)
- Supporting relationships and networks
- Access to community/activities
- Specialist/adaptive equipment
- Choice and decisions
- Sexual safety and empowerment
- Supporting independence
- Activities and wellbeing
Dental checks that provide evidence
No recurring check in the dental pack is mapped to this statement yet. Evidence you add yourself can still be tagged to it in Compliance UK.
Related regulations
The CQC links this statement to these fundamental standards.