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The continuity of social care when moving across regional boundaries

Marsland, Dave; White, Caroline; Manthorpe, Jill

Authors

Dave Marsland

Jill Manthorpe



Abstract

© The Author(s) 2018. Summary: This paper reports the experiences of adults in receipt of social care when relocating to new local authorities, and of family carers. While many matters need to be considered when moving, the study focused specifically on the ‘portability’ of social care. The study draws on data from semi-structured interviews conducted between July and November 2013 with 12 adults who had relocated between English local authorities. Data were collected prior to the implementation of the Care Act 2014; the potential impact of the Act in respect of relocation is considered. Findings: Although some positive experiences were identified, participants primarily reported challenges when moving with social care support. Five themes were identified, these related to the amount of organisation, planning and activity required; the need for a timely approach and the risk of delays and interruptions to care delivery; differences between the practices of local authorities; a lack of control and involvement; a negative impact on emotional and physical well-being. As a result of such difficulties, some experienced delays or interruptions to their care and support; lost all or some of their care package; experienced stress, anxiety and worry. Applications: The paper documents the experiences of people relocating with social care support, which have been little explored to date within the UK or internationally, and contributes to the evidence base in respect of relocation and portability of care. It highlights the importance of smooth transitions for those relocating between local authorities, and the potential for social workers to assist by addressing potential problems.

Citation

Marsland, D., White, C., & Manthorpe, J. (2019). The continuity of social care when moving across regional boundaries. Journal of Social Work, 19(5), 557-577. https://doi.org/10.1177/1468017318762268

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Feb 9, 2018
Online Publication Date Mar 30, 2018
Publication Date Sep 1, 2019
Deposit Date Feb 9, 2018
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal Journal of Social Work
Print ISSN 1468-0173
Electronic ISSN 1741-296X
Publisher SAGE Publications
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 19
Issue 5
Pages 557-577
DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/1468017318762268
Keywords Relocation; Portability; Geographic mobility; Disability; Social care; Social work; Continuity of care
Public URL https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/588004
Publisher URL https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1468017318762268

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