Enduring Power of Attorney & Enduring Power of Guardianship
Planning for a time when you may not be able to make decisions yourself.
None of us likes to think about a time when we might not be able to make our own decisions.
But putting the right documents in place now can give you peace of mind that, if that time comes, someone you trust will be able to step in and help.
An Enduring Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Guardianship are important parts of planning for your future. They allow you to choose who you want to make decisions for you if you lose the capacity to make those decisions yourself.
What’s the difference?
An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone to make decisions about your financial and legal affairs.
This can include things like managing your bank accounts, paying bills, dealing with property and making financial decisions on your behalf.
An Enduring Power of Guardianship allows you to appoint someone to make decisions about your personal and lifestyle matters if you lose capacity.
This might include decisions about where you live, who provides your care and other important lifestyle and treatment decisions.
These are significant decisions, which is why choosing the right person — and making sure your documents properly reflect your wishes — is so important.
Don’t leave these decisions to chance
Without the appropriate documents in place, your family may face a difficult and stressful process if you lose capacity.
Putting these arrangements in place while you have capacity means you get to choose who you trust to make decisions for you.
We can help you understand what each document does, who you can appoint and how your wishes can be properly recorded.
Straightforward advice when it matters
We know that conversations about losing capacity can feel uncomfortable. Our job is to make the process as straightforward as possible.
We’ll explain everything in plain English, answer your questions and help you put the right arrangements in place for your circumstances.
It’s one of those things you may never need — but if you do, you’ll be glad you took the time to get it right.
Put a plan in place for the future.
Contact our team to discuss your Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Power of Guardianship.