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Independent advocate
Please note: In these descriptions of proxies, representatives and advocates, Q refers to the person whom the proxy, representative or advocate is supporting or representing.
We are at an early stage of developing this resource, so please bear with us as we work on it.
Purpose of the role
Involved in assessments, care and support planning, reviews, safeguarding enquiries/reviews
This role applies when
Q would experience substantial difficulty in understanding, retaining, using/weighing and/or communicating information, AND no APPROPRIATE PERSON can be identified.
This role applies to
Mental capacity cases
Always
Mental health cases
Day to day living
Statutory definition of the role (if any)
Defined term | Act of Parliament/Statutory Instrument | Link |
|---|---|---|
Appropriate person; Independent advocate | Care Act 2014, S.67 | https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/23/section/67 |
Appropriate person; Independent advocate | The Care and Support (Independent Advocacy Support) (No. 2) Regulations 2014, reg 4 | https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/2889/regulation/4/made |
The person in this role
Is professionally qualified to perform the role
Sometimes
Has a professional relationship with Q
Always
Has a personal relationship with Q
Is professionally independent of the organisation(s) involved
Must be
Has lived experience of Q's care and support needs
Sometimes
Speaks for/on behalf of Q
Yes
Safeguards Q's rights
Yes
Ensures Q's understanding
Yes
Is consulted about Q's health and welfare
Is consulted about Q's finances
Makes decisions about Q's health and welfare
Manages money on Q's behalf
Is the person formally appointed to this role?
Always
How many people can perform this role at one time?
One
Are there any other criteria for appointment?
Appropriate experience; appropriate training; competent to represent and support; integrity and good character; supervision arrangements in place; no professional involvement
Who nominates/appoints them?
Local authority
Is the appointment time limited?
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