Adults With Incapacity (AWI)

The Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000, (the 2000 Act) sets out how decisions can be made for individuals who do not have capacity. It covers decision made about welfare, property and finances. Individuals who have a mental illness, learning disability or dementia are often assisted by the use of this piece of legislation. The Act stresses an approach to the assessment of incapacity that is decision, or action, specific, with  a patient or residents capacity not being considered as an "all or nothing" entity.

Below are some available resources to support you and the residents through the AWI process and to ensure you have the most update to date information and guidance.