ABSTRACT
The landscape of the NHS has undergone considerable changes over the past few decades. The population continues to grow in size and people are living longer, but not always in good health. A focus on a broader and holistic approach has been seen which takes into account the personal, environmental and social factors which impact on health and well-being while also empowering individuals to self-manage chronic and complex conditions.
This chapter explores further:
The definition and principles of person-centred care.
The recognition of person-centred care in health policy.
How person-centred care relates to health inequalities.
Tools for focused person-centred care, social prescribing, shared decision-making, health coaching and patient activation, collaborative care and health literacy.
