Expert mental capacity assessments, including LPA assessments and COP3 evaluations, are provided by Lynzi Jacquett, specializing in independent assessments of mental capacity.
The Mental Capacity Assessor
Expert Assessments
I provide comprehensive independent assessments for private mental capacity in South Yorkshire and surrounding areas, particularly for clients where there may be doubts about their capacity or where decisions could be contentious. I specialize in testamentary capacity for making or changing a will, conducting LPA assessments for Lasting Powers of Attorney (Property & Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare), and the completion of COP3 paperwork for deputyship orders. I pride myself on delivering responsive, thorough, friendly, and competitively priced mental capacity assessments.
Mental Capacity Assessments by Lynzi
Experience
Qualifications
Experience
With over 16 years of experience as a social worker specializing in mental capacity assessments for individuals living with dementia and other complex mental health needs, I possess the expertise to conduct comprehensive capacity assessments and produce detailed reports. I also perform LPA assessments and COP3 evaluations, and I currently
With over 16 years of experience as a social worker specializing in mental capacity assessments for individuals living with dementia and other complex mental health needs, I possess the expertise to conduct comprehensive capacity assessments and produce detailed reports. I also perform LPA assessments and COP3 evaluations, and I currently receive repeat referrals from various solicitors across Doncaster, Rotherham, Barnsley, and Sheffield for independent assessments.
Approach
Qualifications
Experience
I believe in a personalised, friendly approach to each case, taking the time to understand clients' unique circumstances and needs, especially when it comes to mental capacity assessments. By focusing on independent assessments, I can make the process as relaxed as possible, easing any potential anxiety of the client during LPA assessments or COP3 evaluations.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Qualifications
I qualified as a social worker in 2009, earning my BA in Social Work Studies. In 2011, I obtained a post qualifying award that allowed me to hold the title of senior social worker. I have further advanced my expertise by completing a MA in Dementia Studies, awarded in 2016. As a registered professional with Social Work England and a membe
I qualified as a social worker in 2009, earning my BA in Social Work Studies. In 2011, I obtained a post qualifying award that allowed me to hold the title of senior social worker. I have further advanced my expertise by completing a MA in Dementia Studies, awarded in 2016. As a registered professional with Social Work England and a member of the British Association of Social Workers, I am skilled in conducting independent assessments, including mental capacity assessments and LPA assessments. I am also familiar with the COP3 process, ensuring that I effectively support individuals in understanding their capacity.
Mental Capacity Assessments by Lynzi Jacquett
Mental Capacity Assessments
In South Yorkshire, independent assessments are essential for determining an individual's mental capacity, especially during COP3 proceedings. These assessments, including LPA assessments, help establish the necessary capacity required for various legal and personal decisions.
Capacity Assessment- Will
£200
An assessment of capacity conducted in the comfort of the client's own home to evaluate their capacity for instructing or changing a will. This includes independent assessments and mental capacity assessments relevant to the COP3 forms. A full report will be written up and returned to the solicitor within one week of the assessment visit.
Capacity Assessment-COP3
£200
An assessment of mental capacity for the progression of deputyship orders includes independent assessments and face-to-face evaluations. This process involves the completion of COP3 paperwork, which will be finalized and returned to the solicitor within one week of the visit, ensuring all necessary LPA assessments and mental capacity assessments are properly documented.
Capacity Assessment- LPA property and financial affairs OR health and welfa
£200
A mental capacity assessment is essential for taking out a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) for property and financial affairs or an LPA for health and welfare. We provide independent assessments to evaluate the client's capacity through a home visit. A full report will be submitted to the solicitor within one week. If both LPAs are required, please see below for details regarding the COP3 process.
Combined Services
Capacity Assessment for BOTH Lasting Powers of Attorney of the same client
£250
Oftentimes, clients wish to take out both LPAs at the same time. This price includes mental capacity assessments, specifically for both LPA assessments regarding property and finances, as well as LPA health and welfare, all conducted during the same visit. Independent assessments, including COP3 evaluations, and home visits with detailed reports are included.
Capacity Assessments for BOTH LPAs AND capacity assessment for making a wil
£300
This option includes three independent capacity assessments (on the same client at the same visit) related to LPA assessments.
1) Capacity assessment for LPA property and financial affairs
2) Capacity assessment for LPA health and welfare
3) Capacity assessment for making/changing a will, which also includes the necessary COP3 forms.
All three mental capacity assessments are covered, with the assessment visit taking place in the client's own home.
Other services
Contact for price
If you would like to discuss mental capacity assessments, including LPA assessments or COP3 for decisions outside of South Yorkshire, please feel free to contact me to review the requirements for independent assessments.