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Social Care News
Welcome to our news and updates page. Stay informed about the latest happenings regarding mental capacity assessments, social care and Nellie Supports.
Recent Articles
Private EHCP Assessments: Strengthening Your Child’s SEND Support Case
Navigating the process of securing SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) support can feel overwhelming. When you believe your...
Team Nellie
Jul 34 min read
EHCP Application: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents in 2025
For parents navigating the EHCP application process in 2025, this supportive guide offers guidance on SEN support and how to secure an EHCP for autism.
Amy Hamilton
Jun 173 min read
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
Understanding Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) Appeals: How Nellie Supports Can Help
Struggling to secure the right support for your child? At Nellie Supports, we specialise in guiding you through the EHCP appeals process
funmi sobanke
Mar 62 min read
Why Second Opinions Matter in Life Expectancy Assessments
In Life Expectancy Reports, a second opinion is sometimes necessary to ensure a comprehensive and evidence-based prognosis
Kerry Slater
Feb 112 min read
How Can Capacity Assessments Support Safe and Thoughtful Holiday Gifting?
Its December, a season when we are thinking holidays, magic, connections and of course, gift-giving. For many of us, gift-giving is an...
funmi sobanke
Dec 3, 20243 min read
What is the Test for Mental Capacity?
In the UK, assessing mental capacity follows the guidelines set out in the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and its five guiding principles,...
Ben Slater
Nov 5, 20243 min read
Why does independent social work exist?
At a recent conference, I was asked an unexpectedly deep question: “Why do you exist?” As a mental capacity assessor, I thought perhaps...
Ben Slater
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Navigating Financial Contracts: Capacity to enter into a financial contract
Entering into a financial contract is a significant decision that requires a clear understanding of the terms and implications involved....
Team Nellie
Aug 29, 20242 min read
Assessing Capacity for Property Share Purchases
When it comes to purchasing a share of a property, assessing the buyer's capacity is a crucial step that ensures the decision is made...
Team Nellie
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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