DEPRIVATION OF LIBERTY SAFEGUARDS (DoLS)
HOW IT WORKS
We provide additional capacity to undertake one-off assessments and backlog projects supporting local authorities across the UK.
ASSESSMENTS
We can undertake Best Interest Assessments, Mental Health Assessments and provide Relevant Persons Paid Representatives.CAPACITY
We have a large talent pool of assessors across England and Wales.LEAD TIME
Quick turnaround to meet statutory and regulatory requirements including out of hours and weekend visits.ASSESSORS
Experienced, qualified and compliant BIA’s and Section.12 Approved Doctors.QUALITY ASSURED
We have a dedicated team of DoLS Coordinators and quality assurance. All assessments prior to submission are checked by our quality assurance team to ensure all relevant and correct information is included.QUANTITY
There is no minimum requirement. We can undertake a one-off assessment or an extensive backlog.AGREEMENT
We understand each local authority may work differently. We agree with each local authority their preferred process.
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Best interest Assessment Completion of the Form 3 to include Age, Mental Capacity, No Refusals & Best Interest
Mental Health Assessment Completion of the Form 4 to include Mental Capacity, Mental Health & Eligibility
Creation of Form 5 including authorisation
Completion of Form 5 Standard Authorisation. Transfer of information from Form 3 to Form 5
RPPR visits & reports to continue for the length of authorisation
Bespoke delivery solution including integrated service management
GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR DoLS TEAM
If you are looking for something completely integrated and tailored to your specific service need, our DoLS provision might be the right step for you. Review our case studies here to learn what you can expect when you collaborate with Flex360 or schedule a free consultation today.
Need to make a referral? Email dols@flex360.co.uk and the team will be in touch shortly.
OUR IN-HOUSE EXPERTS
Our process is simple and our teams are experienced.
The Flex360 team has an outstanding and proven professional track record. Don’t just take our word for it, read our testimonials.
Our inhouse quality assurance and delivery team ensure that your every service need is addressed with the utmost quality and care.
The Flex360 DoLS team consists of
DoLS Lead and Director
DoLS Coordinators
BIA Assessors
Section 12 Approved Doctors
Compliance and Safeguarding Team
‘Work completed successfully to a high standard’ - MCA/DoLS lead: Yorkshire & Humber Borough
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"They have met all expectations in terms of completing work to a high quality, within timescales." - Specialist Practice Lead: South East Borough
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‘‘I have been so impressed that I have renewed my original contract with the agency. Ability to provide a service in Wales and England. Excellent quality assessments, undertaken in a timely fashion, good/open communication’’ - DoLS Coordinator: Welsh Borough
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‘’I have also found Flex to be flexible and take on some assessments where we did not have assessors to cover the area the person being deprived of their liberty is’’ - DoLS Manager: London Borough
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‘Work completed successfully to a high standard’ - MCA/DoLS lead: Yorkshire & Humber Borough | "They have met all expectations in terms of completing work to a high quality, within timescales." - Specialist Practice Lead: South East Borough | ‘‘I have been so impressed that I have renewed my original contract with the agency. Ability to provide a service in Wales and England. Excellent quality assessments, undertaken in a timely fashion, good/open communication’’ - DoLS Coordinator: Welsh Borough | ‘’I have also found Flex to be flexible and take on some assessments where we did not have assessors to cover the area the person being deprived of their liberty is’’ - DoLS Manager: London Borough |
WHAT OUR PARTNERS ARE SAYING ABOUT US:
“ Contact the team today to understand how we can support you with your service need.”
Paul Read - Director and Lead for DoLS