Q9 This was a reminder re using the Panel reinforced that Court of Protection is Office of Public Guardian. Lasting an option but as a general point, staff should Power of Attorney can be put in in the first instance seek advice within their place by an individual whilst they own organisation, including legal advice if have mental capacity to support required. decision making if they should lose it. My understanding is that the Court of Protection (COP) can make a decision regarding someone’s deprivation and so on at home. The helpline for the COP is open 24/7. They can make a decision over the phone. An interim decision can save money and litigation.
Q9 This was a reminder re using the Office of Public Guardian. Lasting Power of Attorney can be put in place by an individual whilst they have mental capacity to support decision making if they should lose it. My understanding is that the Court of Protection (COP) can make a decision regarding someone’s deprivation and so on at home. The helpline for the COP is open 24/7. They can make a decision over the phone. An interim decision can save money and litigation. Panel reinforced that Court of Protection is an option but as a general point, staff should in the first instance seek advice within their own organisation, including legal advice if required.
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