CM03 - Overarching Medication Policy and Procedure

React Homecare CM03 – Overarching Medication Policy and Procedure 1. Purpose 1.1 To outline key points and responsibilities regarding Medication Management. This policy and procedure will be used alongside the associated Medication policies and procedures at React Homecare that provide further detail and support the implementation of this policy. 1.2 To describe the ways in which Service Users may be safely assisted with managing their medication that promotes choice, independence, dignity and respect. 1.3 To describe the procedures involved in delivering medication support and the responsibilities of staff. 1.4 To meet the legal requirements of the regulated activities that React Homecare is registered to provide:  The Care Act 2014  Care Quality Commission (Registration) Regulations 2009  Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002  The Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) Regulations 2013  The Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005  The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014  Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974  Human Rights Act 1998  Medical Act 1983  Medicines Act 1968  The Human Medicines Regulations 2012  Mental Capacity Act 2005  Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice  Misuse of Drugs Act 1971  The Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regulations 1973  The Misuse of Drugs and Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) (Amendment) Regulations 2007  The Pharmacy Order 2010  Data Protection Act 2018  The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) Regulations 2012 2. Scope 2.1 The following roles may be affected by this policy:  Registered Manager  Other management  Care staff 2.2 The following service users may be affected by this policy:  Service Users 2.3 The following stakeholders may be affected by this policy: Page 1 of 12