Imagine you have a friend who sometimes struggles to choose the right clothes for the weather. On a cold day, they might wear a T-shirt, and on a hot day, they might wear a thick jacket. You might wonder, "Do they understand how to choose clothes based on the weather?"In the same way, sometimes its necessary to check if someone understands certain important decisions about their life, like managing money or deciding on medical treatments. This check is called an "assessment of mental capacity."

Our base price for a decision-specific mental capacity assessment begins at £369.00. This fee covers the primary evaluation related to a specific decision-making capacity. However, please note that in addition to this cost, there's a travel fee of £40 per hour to account for the expenses associated with our professionals visiting the individual. Additionally, all our prices are subject to VAT, which will be applied to the total amount. To ensure transparency, we ensure that all of our mental capacity assessments are fully quoted and agreed upon by you before commencement. It's simple to get a personalised quote just contact us here.

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Comprehensive Court Compliant Report(s)

We recognise the critical significance of a comprehensive court-compliant report. Hence, this is an integral component of every Mental Capacity Assessment we conduct.We ensure that we never merely provide a "report letter."This commitment is to instil confidence in our clients; even in scenarios that might initially seem straightforward, you still have a fully comprehensive, court-compliant report should things become contentious for any reason.Further enhancing our credentials, all of our staff are both financial vulnerability assessors and Montreal cognitive assessors. When relevant and necessary, we seamlessly integrate these assessments into our process without any additional fees.Every quote we provide encompasses travel to the individual's residence, the core assessment, a comprehensive court-compliant report, and the completion of any other pertinent documents that are available and agreed upon before the assessment, for example, acting as a witness to wills or lasting powers of attorney.

Witness and Certficiate Provider Signatures*

Additional Cognitive and Vulnerability Assessemnts*

Our assessments are meticulously designed to fully align with the rigorous standards set by the legal landscape. We take pride in adhering to both the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR 35) and the Family Court Procedures (PR25), ensuring that every aspect of our assessment reports is legally sound and meticulously prepared. The recognition and acceptance of our reports by esteemed legal entities testify to their credibility and quality. Notably, our reports have gained the trust of prestigious institutions including the Court of Protection, Family Courts, HM Courts and Tribunals, and even the Court of Appeal. This acknowledgement stands as a testament to the thoroughness and professionalism embedded in our assessment processes.

By consistently meeting the stringent requirements of these legal frameworks, we provide our clients with reports that are not only comprehensive and insightful but also hold a recognised weight within the legal system. This recognition further reinforces our commitment to upholding the highest standards in our assessments, ensuring that they stand up to scrutiny and contribute effectively to legal proceedings.

Your Expert Mental Capacity Assessors

Mental Capacity Assessments

Throughout England and Wales

What is Mental Capacity?

Your mental capacity reflects your ability to understand information and make informed decisions. This encompasses decisions across any aspect of your life. The Mental Capacity Act (2005), the key legislation governing mental capacity in the UK, clearly states that capacity is 'decision specific.' This indicates that while you might possess the capacity to make certain decisions, you could lack the capacity for others.

As specialist mental capacity assessors, our approach is therapeutic in nature, focusing on assessing your mental capacity for specific decisions that you might find challenging, or in situations where concerns have been raised about a potential lack of capacity. Our mental capacity assessments are tailored to address these individual needs, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of your capabilities in making particular decisions.

lasting power of attorney capacity assessments

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Assessing an individual's capacity to appoint an attorney for financial and/or health matters.

Testamentary Capacity

Evaluating an individual's capacity to make a valid will.

Deputyship / COP3

Assisting with assessments for court-appointed

deputies to make

PA14 Probate

Assessing capacity in relation to probate matters.

Health and Welfare

Evaluating an individual's capacity to make decisions about medical treatment, care, and welfare.

Capacity to Litigate

Determining an individual's capacity to participate in legal proceedings.

Retrospective Mental Capacity

Assessing capacity at a previous point in time to validate past decisions.

Capacity to buy, sell or transfer property

Assisting with the conveyancing of property, whether personal or commercial.

Capacity to gift

Protecting your decision-making regarding lifetime gifts

Decision Specific Assessments

Catering to individual nuances, we are equipped to assess mental capacity for any specific, pivotal choice in their life

Capacity to Manage Finances

Whether to activate an EPA or to support in evidencing your capacity to manage your finances Nellie Supports is here to help.

Capacity to Marry

Marriage is a significant life event that involves legal and emotional implications, and it is essential to ensure that individuals fully comprehend the decision they are making when choosing to marry.

Capacity to Contract

Whether you're embarking on business transactions, facing legal proceedings, or making important personal decisions, having a clear understanding of your capacity to contract is paramount.

Capacity for Residency

A Mental Capacity Assessment for Residency is a crucial step in supporting individuals who may face challenges in understanding the complexities of selecting suitable living arrangements.

Capacity to Access Social Media

A Mental Capacity Assessment to access social media is a crucial process that aims to strike a balance between individuals' right to participate in the digital world and the need to ensure their safety and well-being.

What Decisions Can We Assess Mental Capacity For?

Understanding mental capacity is crucial in the multifaceted world of decision-making. As specialists in mental capacity assessments, we evaluate an individual's mental capacity for a wide spectrum of decisions. This ensures that each person's rights and autonomy are upheld. Our assessments encompass decisions related to financial affairs, health and welfare, legal issues, and other vital life choices. Our expert team is proficient in determining a person's capability to make informed decisions. Below, we will explore in detail the specific types of decisions for which we conduct mental capacity assessments.

Expert Mental Capacity Assessments for Empowered Decision-Making

At Nellie Supports, we specialise in comprehensive mental capacity assessments tailored for adults, children, and young people. Our services include both decision-specific and retrospective evaluations, focusing on empowering individuals through informed decision-making. Each mental capacity assessment is designed to provide support and protect the most vulnerable, ensuring that all evaluations are conducted with precision and care.

Understanding the critical importance of timely assessments, we commit to delivering each mental capacity assessment promptly, providing peace of mind for clients and their families. Our team of qualified professionals is dedicated to prioritising the well-being and empowerment of those we assess, employing their expertise to offer professional and efficient service.

At Nellie Supports, our mental capacity assessments are conducted with the highest level of attention to detail. We strive to furnish all parties involved with valuable insights, supporting them throughout the process. Trust in our commitment to deliver high-quality mental capacity assessments that positively impact lives and uphold the dignity of each individual we serve

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Registered professionals giving you peace of mind

Experience peace of mind with our comprehensive social work services at Nellie Supports. Our team of registered professionals, including qualified and experienced Social Workers, is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. From mental capacity assessments to a wide range of social work services, our experts ensure accurate evaluations, personalised guidance, and the highest standards of practice. Trust in our registered professionals for a reassuring and trusted partnership on your care journey, backed by their expertise in both social work services and mental capacity assessments.