Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: 08/04/2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing mycarechoices.online, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. This website is operated by St Helena, a registered charity in England and Wales.

2. Nature of the Service

The My Care Choices Register is a platform designed to help individuals with serious illness, frailty, or dementia record their preferences for future care.

For Patients: This is a tool to document wishes; it does not replace direct medical consultation.
For Professionals: Use of the register is governed by your organization’s data-sharing agreements with St Helena and the NHS.

3. Not Medical Advice

The content on this website is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your GP or other qualified health providers with any questions regarding a medical condition.

4. User Accounts and Security

If you are a healthcare professional issued with login credentials:

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account.
You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
Accessing patient data without clinical necessity is a breach of these terms and may be subject to legal action.

5. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to keep the register accurate, the responsibility for the accuracy of recorded care choices lies with the individual (or their representative) and the healthcare professional uploading the data.

6. Limitation of Liability

St Helena and its partners shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use this site, or from any action taken as a result of the information provided on the My Care Choices Register.

7. Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.