Social Care And Your Rights

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Mental Health Act

Mental health and the law

Find out about how the law affects your mental health rights, including:

  • how the law can help mental health care
  • sectioning and detainment
  • mental health capacity and consent

Getting help from social care

Get information about how social care can support mental health, including:

  • how to receive social care
  • information on different types of social care
  • benefits of social care

Help for carers

Get tips and support for mental health carers, including:

  • advice for carers in challenging situations
  • finding support for your own mental health
  • benefits and financial support

How to access mental health services

Find out how you can get mental health support through the NHS, including:

  • how mental health referrals work
  • your right to choose who helps you
  • waiting times for appointments

Mental health assessments

Find out how mental health assessments work, including:

  • your rights and choices
  • how to get a second opinion
  • what to do if a service or treatment is not working for you

Annual health checks for people with severe mental health conditions

Find out how GP annual health checks work, including:

  • who is eligible
  • choosing where to have your health check
  • what to do if you need additional support

Sexual Health Advice

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