Walsall Choice Guidance - 3. Care Act guidance
3.1
In addition to promoting independence, the Wellbeing Principle also states that we are required to consider an individual’s views, wishes, feelings and beliefs:
Considering the person’s views and wishes is critical to a person-centred system. Local authorities must not disregard the importance of the person’s choice and control in how they choose to live their life and care delivery preference. Where particular views, feelings or beliefs (including religious beliefs) impact on the choices that a person may wish to make about their care, these should be taken into account. This is especially important where a person has expressed views in the past but no longer has capacity to make decisions themselves.
3.2
People are able to express preferences about how their care is delivered. The broker will take the person’s preference into account when commissioning care. We will not always be able to meet all preferences but we will ensure that a person’s assessed care needs are met.
3.3
Where necessary Walsall Council can organise independent advocacy to support the person to understand their options, choices and the consequences of their decisions related to their care choices.