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Acting vs Retiring as a Trustee: Why Capacity Assessments Must Treat Them Differently
The decision to act as a trustee is far more cognitively demanding than the decision to retire—and assessing together isn't good

Ben Slater
Mar 282 min read
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When is it Time to Step Down? Understanding Capacity to Retire as a Trustee
Navigating the responsibilities of a trustee can be demanding, mentally and emotionally. As trustees age or experience cognitive changes,...

Team Nellie
Jul 17, 20242 min read
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Nellie Supports and Institute of Professional Willwriters: Empowering Will Writing Professionals
Nellie Supports is proud to be the official mental capacity assessor partner of the Institute of Professional Willwriters (IPW).

Ben Slater
May 23, 20242 min read
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How do you identify if someone needs a mental capacity assessment or if a mental capacity assessment is necessary?
There are two different reasons a mental capacity assessment can be necessary: when you have concerns about a client's capacity to make a sp

Ben Slater
May 2, 20245 min read
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Decision Specific Mental Capacity Assessments: Empowering Self-Determination
In matters of capacity, one size does not fit all. The Mental Capacity Act (2005) emphasises the importance of decision-specific...

Team Nellie
Feb 21, 20242 min read
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How Can a Mental Capacity Assessment Help Will Writers?
As we navigate the complexities of life, preparing a will is a crucial step in ensuring our wishes are honoured and our loved ones are...

Team Nellie
Feb 21, 20242 min read
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Understanding the Vital Role of Retrospective Capacity Assessments in Will and Probate Disputes: A Banks vs Goodfellow (1870) Perspective
Understanding Testamentary Capacity in Will and Probate Disputes When contesting a will, the testamentary mental capacity of the deceased...

Team Nellie
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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Understanding the Golden Rule of Testamentary Capacity
Introduction When it comes to creating a last will and testament, one crucial aspect that often goes overlooked is the testator's...

Ben Slater
Jan 24, 20242 min read
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What is Testamentary Capacity?
Understanding the concept of testamentary capacity is essential for anyone involved in estate planning, creating a will, or those...

Ben Slater
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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Can someone with dementia have mental capacity to sell, buy or transfer property?
The law governing the capacity to sell property, the Mental Capacity Act (2005), is clear; however, a diagnosis alone is insufficient to say

Ben Slater
Oct 26, 20232 min read
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What is a Mental Capacity Assessor?
A mental capacity assessor is a qualified professional in the fields of health or social care, with specialised experience in conducting

Ben Slater
Oct 5, 20233 min read
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Navigating the EHCP Appeals Process: How Nellie Supports Empowers Families and Legal Teams
Navigating the educational landscape for a child with special educational needs can be like trying to find your way through a labyrinth....

Team Nellie
Sep 22, 20232 min read
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Understanding the Role of Mental Capacity Assessments in Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals
In a world where decision-making is an integral part of our daily lives, some individuals may face challenges in understanding and making...

Team Nellie
Sep 22, 20232 min read
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Mental Capacity Assessments: Empowering Decision-Making while Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals
At some point in our lives, we may encounter situations where important decisions need to be made. However, not everyone has the same...

Team Nellie
Sep 22, 20232 min read
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Understanding the Importance of a PA14 Medical Probate Certificate
Dealing with the estate of a deceased loved one can be an emotionally challenging and complex process. As an executor or administrator,...

Team Nellie
Sep 18, 20232 min read
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Understanding Personal Injury Litigation and the Role of Mental Capacity Assessments
Personal injury litigation can be a complex and emotionally challenging process for individuals and their families. When seeking justice...

Team Nellie
Sep 11, 20233 min read
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Understanding the COP3 Form: Navigating Mental Capacity Assessments in the Court of Protection
When faced with challenging circumstances that may compromise an individual's mental capacity to make important decisions, the Court of...

Team Nellie
Sep 4, 20233 min read
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Nellie Supports - Ensuring Timely COP3 Mental Capacity Assessments for Your Loved Ones
As a private social work practice, Nellie Supports is dedicated to providing essential assistance to individuals seeking orders from the...

Team Nellie
Aug 28, 20232 min read
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Ensuring Informed Consent and Capacity: Nellie Supports' Dedication to Ethical Social Work Practices
Introduction: In today's digital age, consent has become an integral part of our lives, from agreeing to terms and conditions online to...

Team Nellie
Aug 21, 20233 min read
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Navigating the Complexity of Fluctuating Capacity: Understanding the Mental Capacity Act
Introduction As practitioners tasked with assessing an individual's capacity, we often encounter complex situations that require a...

Team Nellie
Aug 14, 20233 min read
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