Whatever your age, it is important to consider your future and take time now to grant Power of Attorney to someone you trust.
Like many people, you may assume a loved one will automatically be able to make decisions for you, be that a partner, spouse, child or good friend, however this simply is not true. A Power of Attorney has to be in place in order for your family or friends to make decisions on your behalf. Without Power of Attorney decisions that do not reflect your wishes may be made about your finances, where you live and the care you receive. Your loved ones would have to apply to court to get the legal authority to act on your behalf, which is usually lengthy, complicated and expensive.
We now offer a full Lasting Power of Attorney service, guiding you step by step through a face to face meeting and ensuring all paperwork is submitted correctly to the Office of the Public Guardian. A fee applies.
Referrals can be made by emailing the email address given, or phoning our friendly Information and Advice team on 02087563040 and pressing Option 1.