NHS Dorset has embraced the vision set out in the Equality Act 2010 and the Health and Care Act 2022 by integrating where appropriate digital solutions to improve accessibility, engagement, and care delivery for all individuals as part of person-centred care. Our approach includes:

  • a particular focus on addressing the needs of underserved communities
  • non-digital offers for people where digital services do not meet their needs
  • specific action and approaches to ensures our offer is inclusive and addresses barriers to access

This approach aligns with our broader organisational goals, and enables us to meet our equality and health inequalities duties.