Options for self-directed support
I19Provision of information about self-directed support
1
This section applies where under section 5, 7 or 8 a local authority gives a person an opportunity to choose one of the options for self-directed support.
2
The authority must give the person—
a
an explanation of the nature and effect of each of the options for self-directed support,
b
information about how to manage support,
c
information about persons (including persons who are not employed by the authority) who can provide—
i
assistance or information to the person to assist the person in making decisions about the options,
ii
information about how to manage support, and
d
in any case where the authority considers it appropriate to do so, information about persons who provide independent advocacy services (within the meaning of section 259(1) of the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 (asp 13)).
3
The authority must give the explanation and information required by subsection (2) in writing and, if necessary, in such other form as is appropriate to the needs of the person to whom they are given.