Proxies, representatives and advocates:
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.
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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.
Applies in mental capacity situations?
Applies in mental health situations?
Applies in day-to-day situations?
Always
Statutory definition of the role (if any)
Defined term | Source | Source_URL |
|---|---|---|
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 |
Appropriate person; Independent advocate | Care Act 2014, S.67 | https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/23/section/67 |
The person in this role
The role involves
is professionally qualified to perform the role
Sometimes
speaking for/on behalf of Q
Yes
has a professional relationship with Q
Always
acting in Q's best interests
Yes
has a personal relationship with Q
ensuring Q's understanding
Yes
is independent of the organisation(s) involved
Must be
being consulted about Q's health and welfare
has lived experience of Q's care and support needs
Sometimes
being consulted about Q's finances
making decisions about Q's health and welfare
managing Q's finances
Is the person formally appointed to this role?
How many people can perform this role at one time?
Are there any other criteria for appointment?
Who nominates/appoints them?
Always
One
Appropriate experience; appropriate training; competent to represent and support; integrity and good character; supervision arrangements in place; no professional involvement
Local authority
Is the appointment time limited?
Other comments