The Mental Capacity Act became law in 2005. It provides a statutory framework for people who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves.
The underlying philosophy of the Act it is to ensure that any decision made, or action taken, on behalf of someone who lacks the capacity to make the decision or act for themselves, is made in their best interests.
The following staff training videos, which features members of staff in fictional scenarios, have been produced to help staff practically apply the Act in differing situations.
17 фев 2019
