Self-neglect and the Mental Capacity Act 2005

Overview

This one day course aims to enable delegates to consider the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in relation to cases of self-neglect through Safeguarding Adults procedures.

Who is Self-neglect and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 aimed at?

Adult Social care staff

Course Length

1 day

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course participants will:-

• Have improved knowledge and application of robust assessments of capacity in relation to self-neglect safeguarding adults cases
• Understand the role of the local authority within the Care Act Safeguarding Regulations
• Be able to identify the legal aspects of the MCA that have particular importance in safeguarding and consider the role and use of the Court of Protection
• Be able to consider how to use the MCA to respond to cases of self-neglect and identify and carry out best practice in the application of the Act