Explaining the ADMC process
What a capacity report is
A capacity report (sometimes known as a capacity assessment) is a report from a healthcare professional on the capacity of the Relevant Person. You will need one of these before you can proceed with an application.
Find out more about capacity reports.
Capacity applications and Decision-Making Representation Orders
A decision-making representation order is an arrangement to appoint a substitute decision-maker. There are many types of order. Find out which one suits your needs best.
Find out more about Decision-Making Representatives.
Getting consent of the court to make a Capacity Application
Only people with specific relationships to the Relevant Person can make Capacity Applications without court consent. Everyone else must get consent of the court first.
Forms you need to complete to make a Capacity Application
There are three forms you need to complete to make a Capacity Application.
Access the forms you need here.
What to do if you have been served with a capacity application
Learn what to do if you are the Relevant Party to a capacity application or if you are simply a notice party to the application.
Learn more about the steps you need to take.
Procedural information
Background to the Act
What type of decision-making agreements can be put in place.
Learn about the background to the Act here.
Contact
Where you can go if you have procedural questions about the ADMC process.
Legal Aid
Certain parties are entitled to free legal aid as part of the ADMC process.