Section 117 Mental Health Act (1983) policy

The purpose of this policy is to lay out a clear framework on, and commitment to, the provision of after-care services to people who are entitled to those services under section 117 of the Mental Health Act (1983) and should ensure that:

• the organisation is aware of their section 117 responsibilities
• staff within the organisation are aware of their section 117 responsibilities
• local interpretation of section 117 is in line with the legal requirements under the Mental Health Act (1983)
• there is agreement through the local social services authorities and clinical commissioning groups to the practices in relation to section 117 after care decision-making, and commissioning of packages of care

Download the section 117 aftercare North Lincolnshire policy.

Download the section 117 Mental Health Act (1983) Rotherham and Doncaster policy.

Page last reviewed: June 04, 2025
Next review due: June 04, 2026