Department of Health seeks Dignity Champions

2010-03-04 11:58:13

Further to February’s Dignity Action Day, the Department of Health (DoH) is looking for people across the UK to become Dignity Champions who will work to make a real difference to the lives of older and disabled people. The DoH defines dignity as caring for a person with respect and treating them as an individual with unique needs. Treating people with dignity can make a big difference to thousands of vulnerable people who receive health and social care services. Care Services Minister Phil Hope said that dignity must be at the heart of care and that the system is being changed to it fairer, simpler and more affordable. He added: ‘The ageing population means more of us will need care and support at some point. We’re asking the public to give a bit of time to make a big difference to the lives of those receiving care by becoming a Dignity Champion.’