Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy
(IMCA)

A Department of Health pilot

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Who will make the final decision about medical treatment or moving to a care home?

In the case of medical treatment, the final decision will be made by a doctor; for a move to a care home, it will probably be taken by the local authority. However, if the advocate feels that the decision-maker has not listened properly to their report, they can complain to a panel.

IMCA advocates also have the right to ask for a second medical opinion.

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Dorset Advocacy,
Suite 1,
3 Princes Street,
Dorchester
DT1 1TP

Tel: 01305 251033
Fax: 01305 266853

Registered charity number 1096040

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