Dignity in Care Australia proudly supports the Caring for Cognitive Impairment campaign. With its partners, Dignity in Care Australia Champions aim to change the culture of Australian Health Services by reinforcing the importance of treating patients with dignity and respect.
Dignity is concerned with how people feel, think and behave in relation to the value of themselves and others. To treat someone with dignity is to treat them in a way that is respectful of them and as valued individuals. In a care situation, dignity may be promoted or lessened by physical environment, organisation cultures, attitudes and behaviour of the nursing team or others.
When dignity is present, people feel in control, valued, confident, comfortable and able to make decisions for themselves. To learn more about Dignity in Care Australia and the 10 Dignity in Care Principles, please visit: www.dignityincare.com.au
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