Date: Thursday 9th October
Time: 10.15-11.00
Location: Care Keynote Theatre
Step inside the courtroom and witness a live, scripted mock inquest based on a fictional case to help care providers understand how evidence is examined and what challenges may arise during an inquest. This powerful session offers a rare glimpse into:
- how evidence is presented and challenged.
- the role of care providers in inquests.
- real-world lessons on documentation, communication, and safeguarding.
Whether you’re a care professional, manager, or policy lead, this session will deepen your understanding of the inquest process and highlight key risks and responsibilities.
No booking required – just turn up! – To get your free show ticket, click here.
Insightful. Practical. Unmissable.
Make time for this essential session and walk away better prepared.
Setting the scene: The (Fictional) Case: David Jones (Age 89)
- Lived alone after his wife’s death
- Supported by his daughter and a Homecare Company (2 daily visits)
- Known mobility issues; often moved without walker
- Wore a personal alarm (which he disliked)
Key Events – 2nd March 2024
- Morning: Carer 1 attended. Alarm not recorded as given.
- Evening: Carer 2 found Mr Jones on the floor. No pain reported. Assisted him to bed.
- Next Day: Carer 3 attended. Mr Jones complained of leg/hip pain. Declined medical help.
- Later: Daughter called ambulance. Hospital confirmed fractured hip. Mr Jones died 5 days later from pneumonia.
Family Concerns - Mr. Jones’ daughter raised the following complaints:
- 1. Alarm not given on morning of fall
- 2. Carers 2 and 3 failed to call for medical help
- 3. She wasn’t informed about the fall
- 4. Claims neglect; requested Article 2 inquest (jury) – denied
Witnesses
- Carer 1: Claims alarm was given; not recorded. Summoned to give evidence.
- Carer 2: Found Mr Jones; unsure about alarm placement.
- Carer 3: Didn’t call GP or daughter due to Mr Jones’ refusal.
- Director: Investigated post-death. Improvements made to alarm use and record-keeping.
Join us to find out how this case unfolds. To book your FREE ticket to Care Show Birmingham, click here.
Presented by: The Outstanding Society, Howden, RWK Goodman