Testimonials: |
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2024
"I knew when I first called you that you just got me. I've had over 12 social workers, and none of them have really listened to and understood me, but you do."
Mr Ashraf, Client seeking an independent care report into his neurodiversity needs (Gloucestershire), CLIENT
"He's just brilliant, 10 out of 10"
Mr Scott, Testamentary capacity and MCA for making an LPA, (Portsmouth), CLIENT
"Gary is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in his field and was very supportive in assisting my father and myself."
Ms O'Sullivan, Daughter supporting her father with an LPA for property and affairs (Sutton), CLIENT
"Gary was an exceptional social worker who cares a great deal about the welfare and people in his care. He will find a reasonable solution to any concerns or difficulties that may arise to support the people in his care. Helping us with a mental capacity assessment for my father with a deputyship order. Gary was easy to talk with and worded his assessments in a way that is easily understandable. Nothing was too much trouble and went over and beyond the duty he was hired to perform. Easily reachable and quick turnaround on assessments, linking in with a solicitor that can support us for legal matters. Thank you for your caring support for my family."
Ms Mohammed, Daughter supporting her father (Derby), CLIENT
"Social Worker Gary performed a capacity assessment and professional report for a sensitive LPA application case. This is the second time Gary has worked with my family, and I have nothing but respect for his advice, transparency of fees and professional reports. If you require his professional assistance, please do not hesitate to use him"
Mr Hatfield, Brother supporting their sister who is living with a mild learning disability (Norwich), CLIENT
"Thanks so much for your time this morning, it was incredibly kind of you."
Mrs Addlestone, Daughter of a Private Client, (Swansea) (pro bono), CLIENT
2023
"Thank you kindly for your hard work on this matter and your report, very helpful indeed."
Miss Jackson, Solicitor and Mediator, ABJ Solicitors (Bradford), LEGAL
"I have been sitting on tribunals for almost 30 years, and your report has been the most client-centred and expertly written independent report I have had the pleasure to read. You know the client well and have captured his needs and wishes in an excellent report. Your involvement in such a short time has made such an impact on this case and has made a real difference to [the person] and I'm sure the family are extremely grateful for your services."
Dr Chertsey, Medical Member/Consultant Psychiatrist, Mental Health Review Tribunal (Wales), MEDICAL/LEGAL
"Really well written reports"
Ms Freeman, Consultant Solicitor, Mental Capacity Law (Liverpool), LEGAL
"Very responsive, built a good rapport and got it and understood what it was all about"
Fr. Nicholas, Son of a private client seeking a PA14, (Sussex), CLIENT REP
"Dear Gary, I wanted to say a huge thank you for the report you completed on M, it was excellent and it has helped hugely. Thanks ever so much"
Ms Owen, Partner/Solicitor, Davies and Hughes Solicitors, (Wales), LEGAL
"You're a lovely man; thank you for coming to see me"
Miss Parker, private care client, aged 103 (acted as Certificate Provider), (Reading), CLIENT
"Gary, you are a star as always, thank you!"
Mr Smith, Solicitor/Director (Inheritance Protection), Granville and Main Chambers, (Birmingham), LEGAL
"Thank you so much I've finally found a professional who 'gets it' from my side. Why didn't I know about you years ago it would have saved a lot of tears and heartache"
Dr McGee, daughter of a client under the Court of Protection, (Cornwall), FAMILY REP
2022
"Your assessments are so personable and just lovely to see the person"
Ms Long, DoLS Team Manager, (Midlands), LOCAL AUTHORITY
"A highly experienced expert in their domain of social work mental health"
Mr David, Barrister, (Bristol), LEGAL
"Your report is wonderful, on behalf of the client, thank you for your efforts. Your one-page summary is extremely helpful and saves me a lot of time trying to discuss a 30-page report with my client."
Mr Fuller, Solicitor Advocate, (London), LEGAL
"The team have been trying to assess P for years, and you've managed to get a whole hour with [them]. That is unprecedented"
Ms White, Consultant Solicitor, (Surrey), LEGAL
2021
"You've made an old lady very very happy, thank you for your help"
Miss Smith, Private Client, (Berkshire), (pro bono), CLIENT
"I must say, your evidence [in court] was fantastic and I am most grateful for your assistance in this complex case"
Miss Gibson, Lawyer / Head of Law - Mental Health, (Hampshire), LEGAL
"Gary did excellent job dealing what could of been a difficult matter but made my relative feel at ease. Would highly recommend"
Mr Walls, Nephew, (Isle of Wight), CLIENT REP
"Helped make a power of attorney in 3 days. A credit and very polite and flexible considering Covid."
Mr Nicholas, Husband, (Dorset), CLIENT REP
"Mr Spencer-Humphrey, I thank you for your detailed and extremely well-written report"
Recorder Hill, First Tier Tribunal - Social Care Chamber, LEGAL
"You made a month of dealing with social services easy to understand in just 20 minutes. I can't thank you enough for helping out with our mother'
Ms Tots, Daughter, (Epsom), CLIENT REP / PRO BONO
"We were asked to provide feedback for Mr Spencer Humphrey for his practice as a special trained mental nurse (sic). We as a family highly recommend Mr Spencer Humphrey who is by far the most personable professional I have come across looking after my parents affairs over the last few months. My wife works in the health field and she says that he is a very caring and approachable person. We were advised to contact him by our solicitor and he came to assess within a week of contact and we had the report the following day. The reason we did not give 5 stars is that he did take a week to come see us, and this was in our view a little long to wait to see someone but we know that it was his first slot. We would however in light of this use him again if needed."
Mr and Mrs Larmouth, Son and Daughter in Law, (Portsmouth), FAMILY REP
2020
"I have found you to be highly efficient and responsive when instructed, you work is without delay, which in or line of COP [Court of Protection] work is very helpful. I also find that you are very professional in your conduct."
Mrs Dinby, Coesbis Solicitors, (Hampshire), LEGAL
"Your report was certainly helpful in terms of matters of discussion at court. Thank you"
Mr Fry, Solicitor Advocate (under Legal Aid Contract), (Wales), LEGAL
2019 (Incorporation into Social Worker Gary)
"Mr Spencer-Humphrey is an expert in matters relating to social services"
Judge Mark Smith QC, LEGAL
"I have to say that I'm very impressed with the content of the report"
Mr Duncan, EPOA for his father living in a Wiltshire care home, CLIENT REP
"Gary's report truly reflects his attention to detail and comprehensive recording, research and note-taking during the very long [assessment] day. I greatly appreciate his professional approach and input."
Mr Mills, private client, (Brighton), CLIENT REP
2018
"Your report which I have to say I felt was very comprehensive and excellent"
Mr Liebig, Solicitor, Dickinson Solicitors (acting for private client), Swindon, LEGAL
"We are content with the report and feel confident that Mr Spencer-Humphrey seems very competent and reliable as a expert"
Mrs Bells, private client (Bedford), CLIENT REP
"Mr Spencer Humphrey is an expert in care matters"
Mr Owen, Ombudsman, Manchester, LEGAL
2017
"One of the best consultants we have instructed"
Ms Abbott, Paralegal, S&C Law, Dorset, LEGAL
"Mr. Spencer-Humphrey was extremely thorough"
Mr. Andrews, private client (Fulham, London), CLIENT REP
"From our point of view the structure is just right for us and gives us and the client a clear recommendation of the next steps. Your advice on further documentation required is also useful; thank you for your assistance."
Miss Hort, Trainee Solicitor/Senior Caseworker, Cranleigh & Swinton Legal, Somerset, LEGAL
2016
"Gary was worth instructing, his assessment of my father was detailed and clear."
Mr Grant, private client, (Manchester), CLIENT REP
