When a person is deemed not to have the mental capacity to make a decision any decision taken must be in their best interests and this is a term given meaning in the Mental Capacity Act. The information in this document comes from a training course available on an NHS training website.
This workshop is expanding on the financial topics touched on in our All Kinds of Everything workshop. You should note that I am not a financial or legal expert and that as family circumstances are going to vary you may need to consult a solicitor or financial advisor to ensure you have the correct information for your circumstances.
Understanding the mental capacity act and how it applies to decisions made by or for our young people is essential. This document comprises the notes used by Bright Futures to deliver a workshop to parents.
This document is a short overview of who can be an Attorney and the process. Please note: I have no legal experience. These are notes that I have written up following webinars aimed at parents and carers. They have not been checked by a solicitor.
Notes about Lasting Power of Attorney written up following webinars aimed at parents and carers. These notes contain quite a lot of detail. Please note: I have no legal experience. These are notes that I have written up following webinars aimed at parents and carers. They have not been checked by a solicitor.
This is a document about mental capacity assessments and the guiding principles to help you understand how the Mental Capacity Act might affect your young person and their decision making.