To apply the Adults with Incapacity Act into the care you provide to those with a mental health condition or those living with Dementia

• Be aware of the key facts and statistics surrounding mental capacity
• Know what the Adults with Incapacity Act is, why it’s important and who it affects
• Know how to identify someone with a lack of capacity
• Be aware of the key legislations surrounding mental capacity
• Know the boundaries involved when caring for someone with a lack of capacity
• Recognise how to help individuals make informed choices
• How to risk assess a person’s choices
• Know the 5 key principles of the AWI Act
• Know how and when to assess capacity
• Recognise your responsibility when caring for those lacking capacity