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PROTECTIVE SERVICES FOR AT-RISK ADULTS > Definitions.
Short Summary
This legal document governs the protective services for adults at risk of mistreatment or self-neglect. It applies to individuals who are eighteen years of age or older and are susceptible to mistreatment or self-neglect due to their inability to perform or obtain necessary services for their health, safety, or welfare, or their lack of understanding or capacity to make responsible decisions. The document defines various terms such as abuse, caretaker, exploitation, and self-neglect. It establishes the Colorado adult protective services data system (CAPS) and outlines the responsibilities of caretakers and clergy members. The document also emphasizes the provision of protective services by the state or political subdivisions to prevent mistreatment or self-neglect of at-risk adults. It includes services such as casework services, medical care, protection from mistreatment, assistance with public benefits, referral to community service providers, and initiation of probate proceedings. The document further clarifies the concept of self-neglect and the exemptions related to refusal of medical treatment or food and water in certain circumstances.
Whom does it apply to?
Individuals eighteen years of age or older who are susceptible to mistreatment or self-neglect
What does it govern?
PROTECTIVE SERVICES FOR ADULTS AT RISK OF MISTREATMENT OR SELF-NEGLECT
What are exemptions?
Refusal of medical treatment, medications, devices, or procedures by an adult or on behalf of an adult by a duly authorized surrogate medical decision maker or in accordance with a valid medical directive or order, or as described in a palliative plan of care, shall not be deemed self-neglect. Refusal of food and water in the context of a life-limiting illness shall not, by itself, be evidence of self-neglect.
What are the Penalties?
No penalties mentioned.
Jurisdiction
Colorado