Interim Deprivation of Liberty Practice Guidance (AGNI Judgment 2026)

New interim guidance has been published following the AGNI 2026 Supreme Court judgment. Adult Social Care providers are encouraged to review the guidance to understand Essex County Council's current interim approach while further national guidance is awaited.

Read the guidance

Essex County Council - Provider Hub
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Domiciliary Care Toolkit

Fire Safety

How to reduce the risk of fire when using:

  1. Home oxygen therapy (oxygen cylinders and portable units)
  2. Dynamic airflow pressure relieving mattresses and overlays
  3. Incontinence products (pads and underwear)

Frailty

Health Conditions

Nutrition / Hydration

Sensory - Sight and Hearing Loss

ECL Sensory team have developed some useful videos and resources to help care staff to have a better understanding of how to support people with sight and hearing loss.

Although the resource is primarily aimed at Care homes the messages and videos are applicable to Domiciliary Care as well. 

Support for Residents with Sight & Hearing Loss

Sexual Safety in Care Services Toolkit

Last updated: 10/08/2026