Mental Health + Capacity

When an individual is unable to make decisions for themselves and they have not made a Lasting Power of Attorney, the process is called Deputyship.

A formal application is made to the Court of Protection for a person or people to be appointed as the Deputy, which means they are responsible for making financial decisions for the individual who can no longer deal with their financial affairs.

For more information about Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship please click here.