The process of assessing a person’s mental capacity is often misunderstood by social care practitioners as they seek to apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) and the lessons from ...

Edward, your client of 15 years, comes into your office. Typically punctual, he’s half an hour late for this appointment. Edward explains that he got lost. He asks you to draft a codicil to his will.

The Mental Capacity Act gives guidance on assessing mental capacity – when it should be done and who should do it. This can be used when assessing the mental capacity of a person with dementia. You ...

A relationship with a client can change dramatically when the client starts showing signs of mental incapacity and the person with power of attorney wants to step in. Defining when your client has ...

Alonzi, A. et al (2009) Assessing staff needs for guidance on the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Nursing Times; 105: 3, 24-27. This article outlines a research study that sought staff views on whether they ...

Doctors are increasingly being asked to make assessments of their patients' mental capacity to create a legal document such as a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney, but you do have the right to refuse ...

Despite guidance from the FSA, confusion still reigns over risk assessment and capacity for loss. Make sure you’re on the right track with our guide on how to make an assessment. 1. Beware of the ...