Why record?

•  In order to evidence policy, process and practice have been followed appropriately.
• To provide the rationale behind professional judgement, making it clear how a decision was made and being accountable for why a particular course of action was taken (or indeed not taken).
• To provide a clear picture of the person’s story including their wishes, views and preferences. This information can then be used by them or by others to better understand the person’s situation and their care and support needs.
• Recording data is important as it informs practice and provides evidence that we are working properly