ABSTRACT
By the end of this chapter you should have an understanding of:
Creating effective partnerships with carers and those receiving care
The challenges of, and opportunities for, sustaining caring approaches within changing care and social contexts
The importance of having a blend of caring attitudes, knowledge and competent skills in caring for others
The importance of maintaining a continuity of care and engagement in effective multi-professional and multi-agency approaches
Ways in which theory can help to us to reflect critically on practice
