Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
Southwark's adult social care services, which include Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), were rated 'Good' in October 2026, despite a nursing home shortage.
In October 2026, Southwark's adult social care services, which encompass Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), received a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). A report to the Health, Adult Social Care and Community Safety Scrutiny Commission highlighted strengths such as a person-centred approach and compassionate staff.
Despite this positive assessment, the Health, Adult Social Care and Community Safety Scrutiny Commission heard that Southwark faces a significant shortage of nursing home provision. This shortage is leading to many residents being placed out of area, a situation relevant to the broader application of safeguards like DoLS.
Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) are legal protections in the UK for individuals aged 18 and over who may lack the capacity to consent to their care or treatment and whose liberty may be deprived in care homes or hospitals.
Key facts
- Southwark's adult social care services were rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in October 2026. Source
- The Health, Adult Social Care and Community Safety Scrutiny Commission heard about a significant shortage of nursing home provision in Southwark. Source
- This nursing home shortage is leading to many Southwark residents being placed out of area. Source
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