Liberty Protection Safeguards Implementation of the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019

Thursday 8 Jul 2021

VIRTUAL, Online

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This conference will update delegates on both the implications of the new Act and the implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards in your service, and current issues with managing Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards during and beyond Covid-19.

“The Liberty Protection Safeguards were introduced in the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019 and will replace the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) system. The Liberty Protection Safeguards will deliver improved outcomes for people who are or who need to be deprived of their liberty. The Liberty Protection Safeguards have been designed to put the rights and wishes of those people at the centre of all decision-making on deprivation of liberty. The Liberty Protection Safeguards are planned to come into force in April 2022..”

Department of Health, January 2021

“It remains vitally important, both in the DoLS now and the LPS in future, to make sure people using services, together with their families, supporters and advocates, are kept at the heart of the process. The human rights and quality of life of many thousands of people made vulnerable by their circumstances depend on it.”

Care Quality Commission October 2020

This conference will enable you to:

Network with colleagues who are working to move from DoLS to Liberty Protection Safeguards
Understand the implications and challenges of the current DoLS system during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond
Reflect on national developments and understand the implications of the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019
Improve the way you manage Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in the interim
Explore the context of the new LPS Code of Practice
Develop a plan to move to LPS and understand the implications for your service
Understand the changes with regard to 16-17 years olds under the new system, the previous system started at 18, the new system starts at age 16
Ensure you are up to date with the legal and practical implications of the new system will be and the preparation you will need
Reflect on how you can consider restrictions of people’s liberties as part of their overall care package
Understand Accommodation Moves and DoLS/LPS
Identify key strategies for improving process and practice with regard to assessments and authorisations
Ensure you are up to date with the implications for your service
Self assess and reflect on your own practice
Gain CPD accreditation points contributing to professional development and revalidation evidence

Delegate Feedback

“Increasing clarity and confidence in the application of the MCA in practice helps to ensure a timely response to addressing any potential deprivation in liberty at an early stage. This is a positive outcome for patients, these close to them and of course the health professionals delivering the care and treatment.”

“LPS preparation and early implementation will take place, educating staff on the learning outcomes from todays conference, therefore positive outcomes for the patients too.”

“Increasing knowledge of decision makers will undoubtedly have a positive impact on service users.”

“On point asking challenging questions some comprehensive information.”

“Well organised, with knowledgeable speakers. Good information shared.”

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Virtual Attendance

Our online virtual events include a combination of live webcam presentations, training materials, video sessions and interactive exercises and discussion.

All you need is a quiet space, a good internet connection and PC or laptop with camera and microphone to allow you to see, hear and speak to the facilitator and other delegates. We will provide full instructions for accessing the platform along with login details.

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