A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more persons to make decisions on your behalf in case you’re unable to do so. These decisions can relate to your health and welfare or property and financial affairs, ensuring that your preferences are honoured even if you can’t express them yourself. It is vital to have the correct LPA in place for your own personal circumstances, contact your Lasting Power of Attorney Cheltenham representative today if you don’t have one, we can help you protect yourself and your future.
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Dementia is progressive, which means that over time you will lose mental capacity and be unable to make decisions for yourself. It’s sensible to think about who you would want to make decisions for you when the inevitable happens. You can appoint as many attorneys as you wish, it is most common to appoint between one and four. They would normally be close family, such as your children, or friends that you trust implicitly and who know you well.
If you lose mental capacity and are deemed unable to make decisions for yourself someone will need to apply to the Court of Protection on your behalf. The court will appoint a deputy who will make decisions for you. These may not be decisions that you or your family would wish for. When you have an LPA in place you appoint people that you trust to make the right decisions for you, people who will have your best interests at heart. You should also be aware that application to Court of Protection is not free.
It’s easy to assume that if you’re married or in a civil partnership that your spouse can automatically deal with decisions about your healthcare, bank accounts and pensions if you lose the capacity to do so yourself. Without an LPA in place, they won’t have this authority.
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Our years of experience in setting up Powers of Attorney in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas mean we can offer a very personal service. Our LPAs are tailored to each client’s unique needs, whether for personal or business protection. We offer a complimentary, no-obligation consultation at your convenience, providing expert advice and ample time for you to discuss your options thoroughly. Schedule your free consultation today.
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