Course Outline:
This one-day course has been designed for nurses, Doctors, other healthcare professionals and social workers who are involved in discharge and aftercare planning and implementation.
Working out who pays for what care when a person with a mental disorder is discharged from a hospital section, is a difficult process. When that person also has an enduring physical health problem, for which they require nursing or other medical care in a community setting, obtaining appropriate funding to manage that person’s needs becomes even more complex and involves assessments as to whether the person’s primary needs relate to their physical health, mental health or need for social care.
The ramifications for getting such assessments wrong, or conducting them incorrectly, are significant for everyone involved.
During this one-day course you will consider the relevant statutes, caselaw and up-to date guidance which will enable them to understand how decisions are made about section 117 needs, CHC eligibility and to avoid the significant pitfalls in the decision making process.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the relevant legislation, guidance, caselaw and procedures surrounding S117 aftercare and CHC funding
- Understand the framework of S117 aftercare funding and CHC funding following psychiatric hospital discharge
- Recognise the importance of written and other evidence in the screening, assessment, review and appeal process
- Identify and consider the potential pitfalls in the decision-making process
- Understand the screening and assessment process
- Understand the purpose of the review panel and the appeals process
Course Details:
- Duration and CPD: 1 day | 6 hours
- In-house course format and fee: Virtual or face-to-face | Call for details
Please call 020 7549 2549 or email info@bondsolon.com to discuss or book an in-house course.