Mental Capacity and Dementia Awareness (PO251115)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectSpecial Care Dentistry
DescriptionThe aim of the course is to explain the Mental Capacity Act and look at who it affects. The course will provide guidance about the assessment of Capacity and will familiarise staff with recognising and understanding dementia.
Additional informationThis course is suitable for the entire practice team.

Annabelle Vaughan LLB PGDip (Legal Practice) is a solicitor specialising in Mental Capacity and Vulnerable Adults. She leads the Court of Protection Team at Coffin Mew Solicitors where her work normally involves making decisions on behalf of clients with brain injuries, mental health issues and degenerative illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease. These decisions often involve health and welfare matters as wide ranging as dental treatment to access to psychological services. Annabelle frequently meets with health professionals and local authorities to discuss care and welfare issues of her clients.
VenueQuAD Centre, Portsmouth  View details
Date & timeWednesday 25 November 2015, 18:30 to 21:00
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours2:30
Cost£6.00
Aims
  1. Be able to list the five core Principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and identify who the Act affects.
  2. Be able to support patients and their carers in order for appropriate decisions about their care to be made.
  3. Be dementia-aware and able to signpost appropriate support.