Dealing with the rights, duties and needs of older people raises special challenges for those who advise and assist the elderly. A proper understanding of the problems they face and their particular needs is essential. Elderly People and the Law, written by two leading lawyers who have championed the rights of elderly people throughout their careers, provide expert guidance on the whole range of legal issues relating to older people including: * Mental capacity * Legal rights and duties * Family and carers * Housing * Residential care * Community care * Health care * Challenging the Authorities * Financial affairs Elderly People and the Law is a comprehensive work providing detailed and practical guidance suitable for lawyers and other professional advisers.