Decision-Specific Mental Capacity Assessments

At Sky Social Work, we provide professional, compassionate, and qualified mental capacity assessments tailored to specific decisions. Our approach follows the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Code of Practice, ensuring that every assessment is carried out with respect, dignity, and best practice standards.
We are registered with Social Work England, proud members of BASW, and committed Dementia Friends.

Our assessments are guided by the MCA principles:

  • Presume capacity unless proven otherwise

  • Support individuals to make their own decisions wherever possible

  • Respect unwise decisions if made with capacity

  • Act in the person’s best interests when they lack capacity

  • Choose the least restrictive option

Best Practice – MCA Code of Practice

Types of Decisions We Assess

  • Financial decisions (e.g., managing money, property transactions)

  • Health and welfare decisions (e.g., care arrangements)

  • Legal decisions (e.g., making a will, signing contracts)

  • Accommodation decisions (e.g., moving into care or supported living, signing tenancy agreements)

Qualified, Experienced, Compassionate Social Workers

Our team consists of registered social workers with extensive experience in mental capacity assessments. We combine professional expertise with empathy to ensure individuals feel supported throughout the process.

  • Professional, respectful, and person-centred approach

  • Clear communication throughout the process

  • Flexible scheduling to meet individual needs

Practical Steps to Support Decision-Making

We take all reasonable steps to support the person to make the decision, including:

  • Using appropriate communication methods

  • Scheduling the assessment at a time and day that suits the person

  • Involving anyone who can help the person understand the decision

  • Providing information in a format suited to the person

  • Making reasonable adjustments to support the person during the assessment

Report and Recommendations

Although we are not best interest decision-makers, we provide:

  • A timely, professional report which is evidence-based and written with clarity to assist in the decision-making process.

  • Professional analysis and judgment regarding the person’s capacity for the specific decision

What to Expect