Information is a vital asset, both in terms of the management of individuals and in the efficient organisation of services and resources. Information governance (IG) provides a framework that ensures personal and sensitive information relating to service users, carers and employees is dealt with legally, securely, efficiently and effectively, in order to deliver the best possible care.
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The Audit Process will seek robust evidence that the key outcomes have been met.
As a minimum, TEC Quality certified organisations must:
*DPIA is a process which helps assess privacy risks to individuals in the collection, use and disclosure of personal information.
For organisations providing clinical services:
“Technology Enabled Care Services (TECS) have a key role to play in maintaining independence and protecting people from harm. They should complement traditional support and not replace human contact. It is essential that services should be tailored to the individual and that when considering appropriate telecare/telehealth, the risks of the person coming to harm should be balanced against their right to autonomy.”
Madeleine Starr, MBE, Carers UK
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