Course Overview:
This session will provide you with a working knowledge of the existing legal framework for protecting adults.
Course Aims:
• What is the Mental Capacity Act & why do we need it?
• The Five Key Principles (What is it founded upon)
• Triggers & how to assess capacity & what happens if capacity is lacking?
• Best Interests & Acting Lawfully
• Restraint & Liberty Protection Safeguards
• How it links into Lasting Powers of Attorney, Court Appointed Deputies, Advanced Decisions, Court of Protection & The Office of the Public Guardian
• New criminal offences of ill-treatment & willful neglect
The course will take place via Zoom and an email with the link will be sent to you prior to the event.
The training is provided by Surrey Independent Living Charity, funded by Skils for Care.
