08/09/2026
Thinking about our loved ones' futures isn’t always easy, but planning ahead is one of the most caring steps you can take.
When considering how your affairs will be managed if you ever need support, a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is vital. However, a crucial detail to keep in mind is that a person must have the mental capacity to create and register an LPA.
If capacity is sadly lost, whether through illness, an accident, or progressive conditions like Dementia, it is generally too late to establish one. When this happens, family members cannot automatically step in to make legal, financial, or medical decisions on your behalf. Instead, loved ones may have to go through the difficult process of applying to the Court of Protection to be appointed as a deputy.
Putting an LPA in place early helps to protect your independence and spare your family unnecessary stress during an already difficult time.
If you would like a supportive, confidential conversation about setting up an LPA, our team is here to help.