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Losing parental responsibility

Hi, my daughter had cerebral palsy and epilepsy as well as learning difficulties. She turns 18 next month and I've been made aware that I'll loose parental responsibility for her! I feel confused, concerned and heartbroken! I have no idea what this means and I'm the only person who knows my daughter and I don't want outsiders making decisions for her. Can someone please explain what happens, or point me In the right direction for advice? Many thanks michelle x
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Disability Gamechanger - 2019
I'm very sorry that you are struggling and we'll try to get you relevant advice. I'm going to tag our CP specialist @Richard_Scope and I am sure he will get back to you as soon as possible.
Don't hesitate to keep in touch and to tell us anything more that you think we might be able to help with, or just to chat.
To make sure of contacting the person you want it is useful to tag them as I have tagged Richard above. My tag is @JennysDad
I will look forward to getting to know you better.
Warmest best wishes to you and to Jade,
@JennysDad
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When your child turns 18 they become an adult and you will no longer have the right to make decisions on their behalf. This refers to health or financial decisions. Including accomodation. When that person does not have capacity to make their own decisions, these will be made "in their best interest" by either health or social care professionals. It would be unusual for them not to seek your input in making these decisions but ultimately they would be made by the professionals.
However, you can apply to the court of protection and ask to be appointed a legal guardian by the court for that individual. This way you will retain the right to make important decisions rather than them being made by professionals. I'm not sure that you need a solicitor for that, but you can research this online.
Best wishes