Some sessions may be held by secure video using Doxy.me, a private platform chosen for confidentiality. This consent applies whenever care is provided by video. Video sessions carry the same confidentiality commitments, and the same limits, as in-person sessions, as described in the Confidentiality & Privacy Notice.
2. Your responsibilities
You are responsible for being in a private, quiet location where you will not be seen or overheard, and for a reasonable internet connection and a working device.
At the start of each video session, you agree to confirm your current physical location, so that help can be directed appropriately if an emergency arises during the session.
You agree not to record any session without prior written permission. No session is recorded by your minister.
3. Limits and risks of video care
Technology can fail. If a connection is lost, your minister will attempt to reconnect, or will follow up by phone.
As with any electronic communication, there is a small inherent risk to privacy that does not exist for an in-person conversation, even with reasonable safeguards in place.
Video care may not be appropriate for every person or situation. You may request an in-person session, and your minister may recommend in-person care or a referral when that is wiser.
4. Not for emergencies
Video sessions are not an emergency service and are not monitored at all hours. In a crisis, or if you or someone else may be in danger, call or text 988 or call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room. Do not rely on a video link to reach help in an emergency.
5. Withdrawing consent
You may withdraw this consent to video sessions at any time, without affecting your care, by telling your minister. Withdrawing consent applies to future sessions.
6. Electronic signature and acknowledgment
You agree that completing this consent online and typing your name constitutes your legal electronic signature, with the same effect as a handwritten signature. By signing, I confirm that I have read and understood this Secure-Video (Telehealth) Consent and that I consent to receive care by secure video under these terms.