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MENTAL HEALTH ACT 1983 SECTION 17 POLICY

(2 days ago) WebTHE USE OF LEAVE UNDER SECTION 17 OF THE MENTAL HEALTH ACT POLICY AND PROCEDURES 1. Assurance Statement 1.1 Introduction This Policy aims to ensure that staff members are aware of the provisions of section 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 …

https://www.dtgp.cpft.nhs.uk/FileHandler.ashx?id=846

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GUIDELINES ON SECTION 17 LEAVE OF ABSENCE MHA (1983)

(7 days ago) WebDocument Summary. All in-patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 within Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust may only be granted Leave of Absence through the proper prescription and implementation of Section 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983. DOCUMENT NUMBER. POL/001/005/006. DATE RATIFIED.

http://www.cntw.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/POL-001-005-006-Mental_Health_Act_Guidelines_on_Section17_Leave.pdf

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Mental Health Act - NHS

(5 days ago) WebThe Mental Health Act (1983) is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder. You can read the Mental Health Act on the government legislation website. People detained under the Mental Health Act need urgent treatment for a mental health disorder and are at risk of harm

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/social-care-and-your-rights/mental-health-and-the-law/mental-health-act/

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Section 17 Leave of Absence under the Mental Health Act …

(7 days ago) WebSection 17 Leave Page 5 of 28 Version 5 Section 17 Leave of Absence under the Mental Health Act 1983 1. INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE 1.1 Patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (the Act) can only leave the hospital (see 2.7 for a definition of hospital) when granted leave of absence under s17, by the patients Responsible Clinician.

https://www.solent.nhs.uk/media/2271/amh002-section-17-leave-v5.pdf

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The Missing Voices: Carers’ Experiences of Section 17 …

(6 days ago) WebSection 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (s.17) allows the Responsible Clinician to grant a leave of absence from hospital from a few hours to several days, enabling detained individuals to spend time with …

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09503153.2021.1928620

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Section 17 leave: supporting unpaid carers - University …

(9 days ago) WebSection 17. Section 17 MHA is a provision for leave from hospital, which could include an hour in the hospital grounds, visits to local shops, or going home for a number of days. This may be supervised so that the patient …

https://www.york.ac.uk/business-society/research/spsw/supporting-unpaid-carers/

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Supervised community treatment and section 17 of the Mental …

(7 days ago) WebOn 17 November 2006 the government announced its plan to introduce a Bill to make a range of amendments to the Mental Health Act 1983. One of the proposals is to introduce supervised treatment in the community to ‘ ensure that patients comply with treatment and enable action to be taken to prevent relapse’ (Department of Health, 2006).Two …

https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/psychiatric-bulletin/article/supervised-community-treatment-and-section-17-of-the-mental-health-act-1983/5057410D796BE91BFC6B5C2DD40787C9

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Mental Health Act 1983 - Legislation.gov.uk

(5 days ago) WebChanges to legislation: Mental Health Act 1983, Section 17 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 02 May 2024. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Changes that have been made appear in the content and are referenced with annotations. View outstanding changes.

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1983/20/section/17

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Section 17 Leave Policy & Requirements - DPT

(7 days ago) WebSection 17 Leave Policy & Requirements. The purpose of this policy is to outline the procedure and requirements for staff covering leave for patients under Section 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007.

https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/resources/policies-and-procedures/mental-health/section-17-leave-policy-requirements

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Mental Health Act SECTION 17 Procedural Document

(5 days ago) WebKey Words: Mental Health Act, Section 17, Absence of leave, Code of Practice Version: Version 2.1.3 Approved by: MHA Governance Delivery Group (MHAGDG) Ratified by: Policy Group Date this version was ratified: May 2023 Please state if there is a reason for not publishing on the website N/A Review date: February 2026

https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/MHA-PROCEDURE-SECTION_17-Exp-May-26.pdf

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The Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act of …

(2 days ago) WebAnalyst in Health Policy . The Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act of 2022 17 Section 1201. Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Resources for Section 1423. Mental Health and …

https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R47910

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Section 17 - Leave of Absence Policy - Hywel Dda University …

(8 days ago) WebSection 17 Leave of Absence Policy 1. Introduction A patient who is currently liable to be detained in hospital under the Mental Health Act, 1983 (the Act), can only leave hospital lawfully if they are granted leave of absence by the responsible clinician under section 17 of the Act. This includes those detained under section 2,

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/about-us/governance-arrangements/board-committees/mental-health-legislation-committee-mhlc/mental-health-legislation-committee-meeting-2-september-2021/item-11-section-17-leave-policy/

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About sectioning - Mind

(5 days ago) WebUnder section 117, health authorities and local social services have a legal duty to provide free aftercare for people who have been discharged under Mental Health Act sections 3, 37, 45A, 47 or 48. The duty to provide aftercare also applies if you are given section 17 leave or are under a community treatment order.

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/sectioning/about-sectioning/

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Request community leave for restricted patients - GOV.UK

(7 days ago) WebPolicy papers and consultations. This document sets out information for medical professional considering applications for community leave under section 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA).

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/leave-guidance

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Leave of absence under the Mental Health Act 1983

(3 days ago) WebMental Health Act 1983, section 17 (1) Leave of absence is used when a patient is to be absent from the detaining hospital, such as when they require inpatient treatment at a general hospital or to allow a patient access to local amenities for short periods to benefit from fresh air and meaningful activities. The responsible clinician has …

https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/content/legal/leave-of-absence-under-the-mental-health-act-1983

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Mental Health Act 1983 - Legislation.gov.uk

(3 days ago) WebMore Resources. This is the original version (as it was originally enacted). (1) The responsible medical officer may grant to any patient who is for the time being liable to be detained in a hospital under this Part of this Act leave to be absent from the hospital subject to such conditions (if any) as that officer considers necessary in the

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1983/20/section/17/enacted

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Section 17 Leave Policy : Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS …

(7 days ago) WebSection 17 Leave Policy. SABP/Risk/0039. May 2022. Policy and Procedure. Section 17 Leave Policy - Appendix 1 - Competence Framework - Checklist. SABP/RISK/0039. Jul 2019. Appendix. Section 17 Leave Policy - Appendix 2 - Step by Step Guidance.

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/aboutus/policies/mental-health-act-mental-capacity-act/s17leave

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My rights if I've been sectioned - Mind

(8 days ago) WebIf you are sectioned under sections 4, 5, 35, 135 and 136, or you are under Mental Health Act guardianship or conditional discharge, you have the right to refuse treatment for your mental health problem, but you may be given treatment in an emergency. See our information on consent to treatment to find out more.

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/sectioning/my-rights/

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Mental Health Casework Section guidance - Section 17l eave

(7 days ago) WebSection 41(3)(c)(i) of the Mental Health Act 1983 requires a responsible clinician to obtain consent from the Secretary of State before granting section 17 leave to a restricted patient. No patient may leave the hospital or unit1 named on the authority for detention without such consent.2. Where section 47 of the Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 applies.

https://www.mentalhealthlaw.co.uk/media/MOJ_s17_leave_guidance_April_2014.pdf

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Fetterman & Smith Introduce Bill to Establish Senate Commission …

(2 days ago) WebThe bill would establish a U.S. Senate Commission on Mental Health tasked with providing Congress and the president independent, expert policy recommendations to improve access to and affordability of mental health care services. “Before I sought help for my depression, I was the biggest cynic – but it truly worked,” said Senator Fetterman.

https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/press-releases/news-fetterman-smith-introduce-bill-to-establish-senate-commission-on-mental-health/

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Biden Administration Announces New Task Force to Improve …

(5 days ago) WebOn May 14, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued the release of a national strategy and recommendations from the Task Force on Maternal Mental Health, a subcommittee of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Advisory Committee for Women’s Services.The …

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/health_law/section-news/2024/may/biden-adminstration-announces-new-task-force-to-improve-maternal-health-care/

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Pathways to Improve Mental, Behavioral Health Services for …

(3 days ago) WebSection 1115 Demonstration for Improving Community Reentry following Incarceration. States can improve access to mental health and SUD treatment among individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness through a Section 1115 demonstration to improve transitions out of incarceration, outlined in a 2023 state Medicaid director …

https://essentialhospitals.org/policy/pathways-to-improve-mental-behavioral-health-services-for-individuals-experiencing-homelessness

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Federal Task Force Releases National Strategy to Improve Maternal

(Just Now) WebThis week the Task Force on Maternal Mental Health released a national strategy to improve maternal health care and an accompanying report to Congress.The federal interagency task force was created under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 for purposes of identifying, evaluating, and making recommendations to coordinate and …

https://ccf.georgetown.edu/2024/05/17/federal-task-force-releases-national-strategy-to-improve-maternal-mental-health-care-includes-medicaid-policies/

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Section 17 Leave of Absence under the Mental Health Act …

(8 days ago) Webthe management of section 17 leave and identifies the considerations they need to take into account when making decisions regarding such leave. 1.7 Independent Mental Health Advocates (IMHA) play a crucial role in supporting the patient to have their voice heard in the negotiation of their care. They can also represent the patient’s

https://www.solent.nhs.uk/media/1193/section-17-leave-of-absense-under-the-mental-health-act-1986-policy.pdf

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About Adverse Childhood Experiences Adverse Childhood …

(1 days ago) WebMental health problems. Nearly one in six (17.3%) adults reported they had experienced four or more types of ACEs. 7. & Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (2012). The lifelong effects of early childhood adversity and toxic stress. Pediatrics, 129(1), e232–e246.

https://www.cdc.gov/aces/about/index.html

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New mobile response team for youth in mental health crisis to roll …

(Just Now) WebThe Extra Mile is in the process of hiring the additional 10 team members that will comprise the mobile crisis response team. Each team will consist of a mental health professional and a peer

https://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/news/new-mobile-response-team-for-youth-in-mental-health-crisis-to-roll-out-in-july/article_b4188a5e-16b6-11ef-a3d3-278ce9f18c17.html

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The Missing Voices: carers experiences of Section 17 leave …

(6 days ago) WebSection 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (s.17) allows the Responsible Clinician to grant a leave of absence from hospital from a few hours to several days, enabling detained individuals to spend time with family or friends. This leave can be escorted or unescorted depending on the need and risk assessment of the person detained.

https://eprints.whiterose.ac.uk/175028/3/The_Missing_Voices_Carers_Experiences_of_Section_17_Leave_Mental_Health_Act_1983_in_England.pdf

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Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders Medicare

(Just Now) WebMedicare covers certain screenings, services, and programs that aid in the treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, the free and confidential Suicide Crisis Lifeline. You can call and speak with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/mental-health-substance-use-disorder

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A Closer Look at Transparency in the Medicaid Managed Care Rule

(2 days ago) WebCCF is a health policy and research center dedicated to expanding and improving health coverage for America's children and families Some of these requirements are already set forth in the section of the current regulations relating to transparency (42 CFR 438.602(g)(1)-(4)). To “help States verify their website’s …

https://ccf.georgetown.edu/2024/05/17/a-closer-look-at-transparency-in-the-medicaid-managed-care-rule/

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Swimming and Your Health Healthy Swimming CDC

(3 days ago) WebHealth benefits. Swimming can improve mood and people report enjoying water-based exercise more than exercising on land. People are able to exercise longer in water without increased joint or muscle pain, which has been shown to be especially helpful for people with arthritis and osteoarthritis. Water-based exercise can help people with

https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/about/index.html

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About Physical Activity Physical Activity CDC - Centers for …

(8 days ago) WebKey points. Physical activity is one of the best things people can do to improve their health. Physical activity is vital for healthy aging. It can help reduce the chances of getting some chronic diseases and prevent early deaths. CDC works with state and local organizations to increase physical activity.

https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity/php/about/index.html

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