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Halcyon Doctors provides private mental capacity assessments in Surrey for families, solicitors, attorneys, deputies, and other professionals who need a clear medical opinion on someone’s ability to make a specific decision. Our independent doctors prepare structured reports for legal, financial, welfare and care-related matters, with appointments arranged at a location that suits the person being assessed.
Our mental capacity assessments determine an individual’s ability to:
We also carry out retrospective capacity assessments, reviewing whether someone had the mental capacity to make a decision at a particular point in the past.
If you need a trusted, specialist assessment in Surrey, we are here to help.
A mental capacity assessment looks at whether a person can make one specific decision at the time it needs to be made. It is never a general judgement on someone’s overall abilities. The assessment considers whether the person can understand the relevant information, retain it long enough to make the decision, weigh it up, and communicate their choice.
Capacity can vary from one decision to another, and can change depending on timing, health, and the support available at the time. This is why someone might have capacity to decide where to live, for example, but lack capacity to manage a large financial transaction.
The assessment usually looks at whether the person can:
Because capacity is decision-specific and can fluctuate, our doctors assess each case on its own facts rather than applying a blanket judgement.
We talk through the decision that needs to be assessed, the reason for the assessment and any legal, medical, or family context that matters.
Where relevant, we review medical records, solicitor instructions, care notes, legal documents, or other supporting information ahead of the appointment.
A suitable doctor carries out the assessment, either at home, in a care home, hospital, solicitor’s office or another appropriate Surrey location.
After the assessment, we provide a clear written report setting out the evidence considered, the legal test applied and the doctor’s opinion.
Where needed, we liaise with solicitors, attorneys, deputies, family members, or other professionals involved in the case.
For individuals setting up or revoking a Lasting Power of Attorney where there are concerns about understanding, consent, undue influence or future legal challenge.
For individuals making or changing a Will, particularly where there is cognitive impairment, family dispute, dementia diagnosis or a risk of the Will being challenged.
For Court of Protection applications where expert opinion is needed on a person’s ability to make decisions about finances, property, health or welfare.
For decisions involving banking, investments, property, pensions, deputyship or day-to-day financial management.
For decisions around care homes, supported living, hospital discharge, home care or care planning.
For significant financial gifts where there may be concerns about understanding, pressure, vulnerability or future dispute.
For individuals involved in legal proceedings where there is a need to establish whether they can instruct solicitors or participate in the process.
For cases where opinion is needed on whether someone had capacity at a previous point in time, often in relation to a Will, gift, property transfer or legal document.
We ensure that every patient is matched with the most suitable Halcyon Doctor based on their specialism, location, and spoken language. Find Your Halcyon Doctor in Surrey below.
At Halcyon Doctors, we provide independent, expert-led mental capacity assessments designed to bring absolute clarity to complex decisions. Our approach is thorough, legally robust, and tailored to each individual’s needs.
Our specialists carry out comprehensive evaluations, taking up to 120 minutes, and consider cognitive, psychological, and physical health. A streamlined assessment is available where appropriate.
Our reports are detailed enough to stand up to legal scrutiny and meet the required legal standards. We provide LPA Certificates and CoP3 Forms, and can witness Wills, so our work fits directly into your legal process.
We look to maximise a person’s mental capacity by considering their health conditions, treatment options, and the best timing for assessment, so the outcome is fair and accurate.
Ensure clarity and confidence in important legal decisions. Explore our expert-led Capacity Services across the UK here.
Halcyon Doctors provides mental capacity assessments across Surrey and the surrounding areas. Our doctors can attend suitable locations including private homes, care homes, hospitals, legal offices, and other professional settings.
We support clients across Guildford, Woking, Reigate, Epsom, Farnham, Camberley, Dorking, and the wider Surrey area, as well as neighbouring areas where one of our
specialists is available. When you contact us, we match you with the most suitable doctor based on the type of assessment required, location, clinical specialism, and availability.
We also offer our services across England and Wales and will connect you with the most suitable Halcyon Doctor based on your needs.
Get clear, expert-led mental capacity assessments with transparent pricing tailored to your needs. Learn more about our assessment options, fees, and services on our Capacity Services page. If you have any questions or need to arrange an assessment, our team is here to help. Contact us today.
Fees depend on the type of decision being assessed, the complexity of the case and whether background records need to be reviewed.
Most assessments take up to 120 minutes, though this can vary depending on the person’s needs and the decision being considered.
Assessments can be carried out at home, in a care home, in hospital, at a solicitor’s office or at another suitable location across Surrey, depending on what works best for the person being assessed.
Assessments can be requested by family members, solicitors, attorneys, deputies, care providers, and other professionals involved in a person’s care or legal affairs.
Yes. We carry out retrospective assessments to determine whether someone had capacity to make a specific decision at a point in the past.
Our reports are prepared to meet the required legal standards, applying the correct legal test for the decision in question, so they can be used confidently in legal and Court of Protection proceedings.
We aim to arrange assessments as quickly as possible once we understand the decision involved and any urgency around it. Contact us to discuss timescales for your specific case.
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0203 7000 163
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Location: Unit 1, Cam Centre, Wilbury Way, Hitchin, SG4 0TW
Date: 5 May 2022
