
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team in @dorsetcounciluk promotes respectful, personal and lawful MCA practice. (Please note this account is not monitored 24/7)
Dorchester, England
Joined March 2018
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Identifying a deprivation of liberty: a practical guide – updated Law Society guidance (and walkthrough): mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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On the anniversary of Cheshire West – reflecting on DoLS work in the West Midlands: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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To mark Cheshire West’s 10th anniversary, we’ve updated our guidance: “Understanding when someone is deprived of their liberty” by The Law Society lawsociety.org.uk/topics/pri…
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
Today marks 10 years since that Cheshire West ruling (and #WorldSocialWorkDay see my post on LinkedIn for more). If I could impart anything I've learned, it's this - if a person can't get up and make some food, at whatever time they choose, maybe ask why? #MCA #DoLS #BurritoTest
Today is the day! Can't wait to share the day with you all ✨️
#MCAConference2024
Public reminder, MCA Conference is next week 06/03. #MCAConference2024 🌈✨
If you haven't received your invite for Conference yet, please contact us 01305 225650 [email protected]
Failing that, visit our website for the MCA Conference links: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/educati…
Public reminder, MCA Conference is next week 06/03. #MCAConference2024 🌈✨
If you haven't received your invite for Conference yet, please contact us 01305 225650 [email protected]
Failing that, visit our website for the MCA Conference links: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/educati…
It's that time of year again, our MCA Conference , Wednesday 6th March 2024. The theme for this years Conference: Power, Choice & Control. ✨🌈
See information on our keynote speakers below. Please contact us for invitations, [email protected] / 01305 22650
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
If you’re acting on behalf of a loved one, as an attorney or a deputy, big occasions like Christmas and Hanukkah can raise some questions.
This month, we will be sharing guidance to help you decide what is an appropriate gift.
Sue, Tilly, and Jo have journied to Leeds to attend the Annual Mental Capacity Act Conference run by Switalskis. There's a brilliant lineup of keynote speakers, so they're looking forward to an interesting day of learning!
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39 Essex Chambers September Mental Capacity Report and walkthrough: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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WEBINAR - IN TWO WEEKS | 📹🚨
This webinar will set out road-maps for public authorities through s.117 and answer questions about the legislation and its interpretation by the courts. We will also consider what the future might hold.
Register at: 39essex.com/events/everythin…
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
Replying to @sarahcake3
Updated MCA/MHA interface shedinar: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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“Proportional assessments,” remote assessments, the Care Act and the MCAL mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
'How to be a more respectful social worker'
This week on the #SocialWorkRadio #podcast, our hosts examine the importance of respect in social work.
Download now for your end-of-the-day Friday #commute!
open.spotify.com/episode/43p…
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
It appears that the Worcestershire judgment is imminent - 10th August 2023 according to the Supreme Court website
Click here: supremecourt.uk/cases/uksc-2…
Dorset Mental Capacity Act Team retweeted
Are you involved in treatment/support of adults who may lack the capacity to make decisions? If so, our Mental Capacity Toolkit is for you... a free, online resource that provides practical and accessible information and education. Find out more, here: ncpqsw.com/research/the-ment…




















