Lasting Power of Attorney
Often this is something people think is suitable for when you are much older but we can lose capacity at any time, whether that be due to a serious illness or an accident. Appointing those who care about you whilst you have capacity can give you the peace of mind that decsions are made for you with your interest in mind. Without these important documents any decisions could be made by other authorities and cause alot of stress to your family.
Types of Lasting Power of Attorney include Property and Financial and Health and Welfare. If you own a business you can also have one specifically for that.
Health & Welfare
For your general well-being including diet, holistic therapies and what to wear through to more vital Health decisions of seeing a doctor, taking medication and life-sustaining treatment.
Property & Financial
Includes your bills, bank accounts, pensions, taxes and property.
Business
As your role as business owner, director or shareholder, you need someone to have access to bank accounts, HMRC, Pension Providers, Suppliers, Customers that form part of your business role.