The purpose of this policy is to lay out a clear framework on, and commitment to, the provision of after-care services to people who are entitled to those services under section 117 of the MHA 1983 and should ensure that:
- the organisation is aware of their section 117 responsibilities
- staff within the organisation are aware of their section 117 responsibilities
- local interpretation of section 117 is in line with the legal requirements under the MHA 1983
- there is agreement through the local social services authorities and clinical commissioning groups to the practices in relation to section 117 after care decision-making, and commissioning of packages of care
To download the policy for North Lincolnshire please follow the link: Section 117 aftercare North Lincolnshire policy.
To download the policy for Rotherham and Doncaster please follow the link: Section 117 MHA 1983 Rotherham and Doncaster policy.
Page last reviewed: September 24, 2024
Next review due: September 24, 2025
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