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"People's views matter
and their voices should
be heard."
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Referrals can be made by anyone but authorisation will be sought by the IMCA from the decision-maker prior to becoming involved. It is essential that an assessment for an individual 'lacking capacity' to make time-specific decisions has been made prior to the referral, by following Department of Health guidelines. Ref: Mental Capacity Act 2005 'Code of Practice' chapter 4.
The referral can be faxed, posted or phoned to SWAN. (Or download a referral form).
In the case of serious medical treatment, the decision maker will be the consultant or person responsible for making the medical decision and for a long-term care move, it will be the care manager/local authority.
CONTACT
If you wish to have further information about the IMCA service, or you have questions or concerns about whether an IMCA should become involved please ring the SWAN office and speak to the IMCA Lead or one of our four other IMCA trained Advocates.
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