B2 Issues that affect access to services

1. Read the section on different types of referral. Describe and give an example of each type of referral.

2. Read the section on barriers to access. Describe and give an example of each type of barrier.

3. Read the section on assessing care needs. Explain:

    • How you are assessed?

    • What eligibility criteria means?

4. Read https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/social-care-and-support-guide/support-and-benefits-for-carers/carer-assessments/

Discuss (p+n=c) the effects of a carer's assessment.


Make revision notes using:

Text book page 119 -121

Revision guide page 84


Exam questions

3 (b) Describe two barriers that people such as Conan (he has a hearing impairment) might face when attending a GP surgery. (4 marks)

3 (b) Apart from the guide dog issue, describe two other barriers that service users with a sensory disability could face when accessing health and social care services. (4 marks)

Remember to link back to the question how will it prevent them accessing services?