Caring for an adult with incapacity

Overview People the Act can help Principles of the Act How the Act can help Power of attorney Guardianship order Office of the Public Guardian Mental Welfare Commission Local council Legal Aid Further information

Mental Welfare Commission

The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland can investigate and advise people in relation to welfare guardianship and welfare powers of attorney.

The Commission contacts and sometimes visits welfare guardians and people on welfare guardianship orders. It can investigate concerns and provides guides for carers, service users and professionals.

There’s a freephone helpline on 0800 389 6809 or phone 0131 313 8777.

The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland’s Money Matters (PDF, 136 KB) has further information on how to help manage money for someone else.