Overview
The complainant (Mr C) raised concerns about the fact that his grandmother (Mrs A) was not provided with NHS funded continuing care by Lanarkshire NHS Board (the Board). Mr C also raised concerns that the Scottish Government's policy on NHS funded continuing care was unclear and did not appear to allow for somebody living in the community to be assessed under the policy.
Specific complaint and conclusion
The complaint which has been investigated is that the Board failed to appropriately assess Mrs A for NHS funded continuing care (not upheld).
Redress and recommendations
The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.