What does section 117 aftercare mean?

Some people who have been detained in hospital under the Mental Health Act 1983 can get free aftercare when they leave hospital. This is called section 117 aftercare. ‘ ‘Aftercare’ means the help you get after you leave hospital to: meet needs that you have because your mental health condition or conditions, and.

Who is responsible for S117 aftercare?

The legal position for patients discharged onto Section 117 aftercare on or after 1 April 2016 is now relatively clear – i.e. responsibility for Section 117 aftercare services falls to the Local Authority and CCG for the area where the patient was ordinarily resident (or resident, if they had no ordinary residence) …

How long does S117 funding last?

Ending a s117 arrangement The status lasts for as long as one or other of the partners believes that the person still needs the services by way of aftercare (ie for the statutory purpose of avoiding readmission).

Is Section 117 means tested?

Regardless of whether the 117 aftercare services are provided by the CCG or the local authority, this 117 care should never be means tested. There is no long funding assessment process for 117 aftercare services (unlike with NHS Continuing Healthcare where the process can be extremely drawn out).

Can Section 117 be removed?

s. 117 cannot be withdrawn without reassessing P’s needs. P must be fully involved in any decision-making process with regards to the ending of aftercare, including, if appropriate consultation with ‘P’s’ carer/s and advocate.

What is a section 117 application?

A Section 117 Application, is an application brought before the Court by or on behalf of a child challenging the provisions made for them in their parents Will. When considering a Section 117 application, the Court must look at it from the “point of view of a prudent and just parent”.

What is a Section 3 mental health?

Section 3 allows for a person to be admitted to hospital for treatment if their mental disorder is of a nature and/or degree that requires treatment in hospital. In addition, it must be necessary for their health, their safety or for the protection of other people that they receive treatment in hospital.

Do you have to pay for care if you are sectioned?

If you have been sectioned (detained for treatment in a psychiatric hospital), any mental health aftercare you may need when you leave hospital should be provided free of charge.

Can Section 117 be withdrawn?

117 cannot be withdrawn without reassessing P’s needs. P must be fully involved in any decision-making process with regards to the ending of aftercare, including, if appropriate consultation with ‘P’s’ carer/s and advocate.

Can I be sectioned for being suicidal?

There may be some situations where your GP may want you to be admitted to hospital but you will often be given the option to go there yourself. If your GP thinks you need to be sectioned, he or she will usually need to contact specially trained mental health practitioners to assess you before you go into hospital.

What is a Section 117 meeting?

Section 117 of the Mental Health Act says that aftercare services are services which are intended to: meet a need that arises from or relates to your mental health problem, and. reduce the risk of your mental condition getting worse, and you having to go back to hospital.

What does taking out probate mean?

Taking out probate means having the Probate Office or the appropriate District Probate Registry certify that: The will is valid. All legal, financial and tax matters are in order.

What is the aim of Section 117 aftercare?

The aim of Section 117 aftercare is to provide services to prevent further admissions to a hospital. Who would arrange Section 117 aftercare? Section 117 aftercare is normally arranged by the care co-ordinator however, it is a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency responsibility.

Who is eligible for S117 aftercare in Mental Health Act?

Jenny Oxton, Mental Health Executive Who qualifies for S117? The person who has been detained ‘P’ becomes eligible for S117 aftercare if they have been detained under sections 3, 37, 45A, 47 or 48 of the Mental Health Act (MHA) and then they are discharged from hospital. What does S117 mean?

What does section 117 of the Mental Health Act mean?

The Mental Health Act and section 117 aftercare When you are discharged from certain sections of the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) you go onto a Section 117. This means you can get free aftercare in the community. If your care plan says you need to be in a care home then your costs for the care home may be free.

When does aftercare stop in Mental Health Service?

Sec.117 aftercare can only cease if both the mental health service and the local authority are in agreement that it is no longer necessary, and they have to make a formal decision about this.