PART 1INTRODUCTION
Key terms
2Meaning of “well-being”
1
This section applies for the purpose of this Act.
2
“Well-being”, in relation to a person, means well-being in relation to any of the following—
a
physical and mental health and emotional well-being;
b
protection from abuse and neglect;
c
education, training and recreation;
d
domestic, family and personal relationships;
e
contribution made to society;
f
securing rights and entitlements;
g
social and economic well-being;
h
suitability of living accommodation.
3
In relation to a child, “well-being” also includes—
a
physical, intellectual, emotional, social and behavioural development;
b
“welfare” as that word is interpreted for the purposes of the Children Act 1989.
4
In relation to an adult, “well-being” also includes—
a
control over day to day life;
b
participation in work.