It is all about YOU .....

It can be used not only if you lose mental capacity but more often, for physical issues due to illness, accidental fall, hearing loss, sight loss or mobility issues. So you use it when you need it and put aside when you don’t

It gives you a voice and allows you to plan in advance who can make decisions on your behalf

It can give guidance to your attorneys as to what your wishes are so there is no misunderstanding

It gives power to your loved ones rather than someone you have not chosen, ie social services etc. There are no legal rights for Next of Kin .... only an attorney

Saves money in not having to go through the Court of Protection route, which is often costly, time consuming and stressful for your loved ones

Offers peace of mind that your affairs will be attended to like, paying bills such as utility bills and care home fees, claiming benefits, pensions and allowances, operating bank or building society accounts, giving gifts to family members or charities and finally buying or selling property if required

With a Lasting Power of Attorney, your loved ones will find it much easier to manage your financial affairs for you effectively as they will have legal authority to do so

With a Health and Welfare LPA your Attorneys can make decisions regarding your personal welfare, and any medical treatment that you may need

A Health & Welfare LPA allows you to discuss in advance your preferences regarding your care and treatment should you later lose mental capacity

With a Health & Welfare LPA your attorneys can make decisions on things such as your day-to-day activities like your diet, dress, or daily routine. The kind of accommodation best suited for your needs such as whether to stay in your home with support or to move into a residential or other care home. It also covers giving or refusing consent in relation to particular types of health care, including medical treatment decisions. So an LPA gives you a great opportunity to set your wishes out