Class
Law: The Elderly and the Law
Class Details
Autumn term only
Fortnightly on: Sep 24; Oct 8, 22, Nov 5, 19; Dec 3
Legal test of capacity. Advantages of a Lasting Power of Attorney for financial and welfare decisions (‘Living will’). Role of the Office of Public Guardian and Court of Protection. Care Act 2014: Local Authority’s duties to provide care: determination of eligibility; what constitutes social care. Rights of Carers: safeguarding vulnerable adults. Funding. Residential, Community, Health Care and challenging decisions of Local Authorities and NHS.
Class Co-ordinators
Gillian Korgaonkar
Frequency & Time
Fortnightly on Thursdays: 11:40 - 12:40
Venue
Room 2.26