If a person over 16 is assessed as lacking capacity to consent to serious medical treatment or to a stay in a care home for more than 8 weeks or hospital for more than 28 days; AND they have no family or friends who it is appropriate to consult as to what might be in the persons best interests; they MUST be refered to the Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) service by the health or social care professional involved.
More information regarding the IMCA service can be found in the leaflet below or by calling the IMCA service on 01892 543870:-