Indirect mental disability discrimination

I am my wife’s carer, we live in Scotland and my wife suffers from Anthropophobia ( fear of people),Depression, Anxiety and panic attacks and has no trust and has actual fear of any authority and people, including Dr’s.
She now has developed Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs) and needs a stomach operation involving the removal of all her stomach and.
I like to know if she will be exempt from the visiting rules, eg can I be there all day as I am her carer and she needs me to keep her calm.
If the ward sister does not allow it, could that not be classed as discriminated against on the grounds of disability or other characteristics under the Equality Act 2010 or a mental health act and therefore as I am her carer and got power of attorney, they would not legally be able to keep me of the ward, as it is my wife’s wish to be there?
The consultant just say’s, it is down to the Ward Sister in Charge, but I like to know, just in case, that there is a law to help me, if need be as my wife needs me to help her recover and stress and panic attacks would be very bad for her, in particular after a major operation.
Thanks
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Oh that’s a doozy! Good luck
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Aww I feel for yourself and your wife.. My aunt suffered exactly the same and by god did I fight for her.. I think because I'd worked for the NHS as an Health care assistant.. They knew.. I knew.. To much..
I am not sure what laws are there but I would certainly fight your corner with this... It's very hard to explain if youve not been there but I have... Fingers crossed you get a nice Charge Nurse/Nurse in Charge... Be thinking of you.. But stay strong.. As you both seem a fantastic couple....
Good luck.... X
Sandra
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Interesting. It may well be down to the ward sister but it sounds to me like you have a case for an RA. You should start by putting it in writing well in advance. They have every right to keep you out of their building on their terms unless you put in a request now regardless of your status. I would seriously consider getting something carefully drafted by a community care oriented/`EA 10 knowledgeable solicitor.
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Im not sure what the laws are, but would you be able to speak to the ward sisters beforehand to explain?
Does your wife see anyone for her mental health? Would they be able to write you a letter to understand?Scope
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Sam_Scope said:Im not sure what the laws are, but would you be able to speak to the ward sisters beforehand to explain?
Does your wife see anyone for her mental health? Would they be able to write you a letter to understand?
In the past i found quoting rules and law at people very helpful and they felt, being able to bend or break rules as they are then protected from repercussions, from their bosses and that is why i was asking for help on rules.
Sorry for going on, but it also helps to get it out of the system.
Thanks
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