If An Old Man Approaches S Community Addiction Team...

[sandyRoe]

... what are the chances that his ability to manage his affairs might be questioned?

[sandyRoe]

That should be an 'a' rather than an 's'.^^^

[Barmaid]

It depends how he presents. However, the Mental Capacity Act makes it clear that capacity is to be presumed unless proved otherwise. If his capacity is questioned, there would have to be an assessment. Even then, that can be challenged in the Court of Protection.

[calmck]

If he attends sober, nicely dressed, clean there should not be a problem.

[jno]

I would have thought (without any personal knowledge of this) that it would be okay: there are lots of high-functioning addicts around

https://www.docgoldenberg.com/blog/high-functioning-addicts-who-they-are-and-who-is-at-risk

The addict might like to ask himself how well he's running his affairs, of course.

[sandyRoe]

I know now that I need to deal with my drinking. It's reassuring to know that if I look for help I won't categorised as a suitable case for a place in an old persons home.

[calmck]

Great decision. I hope that all goes well. Be prepared for lows as well as highs as you progress. Good luck

[maggiebee]

Sandy, having worked in an addiction centre in a previous life, please be assured that you will be treated with respect and given the help you need.

[sandyRoe]

I think in times past there was a board of Commissioners of lunacy. I'd rather go on as I am than encounter them.

[anneasquith]

My dear Sandy, although I’ve been ‘ away’ I couldn’t ignore your post. It’s never too late to make changes in our lives.
I wish you all the very best .Anne .

[Peter Pedant]

I wwould say Nil - Sands
NHS doesnt sort of go out and find patients in the way you suggest

sectioning patients is very very unfashionable