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Making a decision for someone else

Compassion in DyingcharityEngland · Wales

The law in England and Wales says if someone cannot make a decision for themselves the decision needs to be made by someone else. The person making the decision must act in the person

Helps when

  • client has no mental capacity
  • client needs legal documents

Shelved under

Legal & administrative · Advance care planning

Verified 27 Sept 2026Signposting, not medical advice