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Overview
The complainant (Mr C), through his Advocacy Worker (Tthe Advocacy Worker), raised a concern about the circumstances which led to him discharging himself from hospital.
Specific complaint and conclusion
The complaint which has been investigated is that staff failed to take into account Mr C's mental health problems and as a result he discharged himself from hospital (not upheld).
Redress and recommendations
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.
Updated: December 11, 2018