This checklist is a summary of points to consider when assessing a person's capacity to make a specific decision.
{"Image DocumentName": "This checklist is a summary of points to consider when assessing a person\u2019s capacity to make a specific decision.", "Image ImageDescription": "Presuming someone has capacity. The starting assumption must always be that a person has the capacity to make a decision, unless it can be established that they lack capacity. Understanding what is meant by capacity and lack of capacity. A person\u2019s capacity must be assessed specifically in terms of their capacity to make a particular decision at the time it needs to be made. Treating everyone equally. A person\u2019s capacity must not be judged simply on the basis of their age, appearance, condition or an aspect of their behaviour. Supporting the person to make the decision for themselves. It is important to take all possible steps to try to help people make a decision for themselves.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}