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4. Lasting Powers of Attorney – and Medical Wishes Mental incapacity, specifically dementia, is a sad fact of life for many people. Wherever you find yourself on the spectrum of life, I strongly recommend making a ‘Lasting Power of Attorney’ (LPA), which comes in two parts: • Property and Financial Affairs; and • Health and Welfare. In Scotland LPAs are called ‘Continuing Powers of Attorney’. Otherwise, loss of mental capacity will typically lead to a much more complex and potentially long-drawn-out process, whereby the individual’s affairs are put into the hands of the Court of Protection which will appoint a ‘deputy’ to make decisions on your behalf (and you really don’t want to go there). #lastingpowersofattorney #lpa #estateplanning #mentalincapacity #dementia Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8rKwyUW

Planning for a parent’s long-term care is one of the hardest journeys a family can take, and doing it during an emergency makes it 10 times harder. In our new article, elder law attorney at Everbright Legacy Law, Lauren L. Fink shares expert advice on navigating $7,000+ monthly care costs, avoiding contract traps, and updating legal documents before a crisis hits. Taking action early protects your parents' dignity, gives your family real choices, and safeguards your own financial plan. Read the full breakdown to prepare financially, emotionally, and legally. Link in the comments.

Planning for a parent’s long-term care is one of the hardest journeys a family can take, and doing it during an emergency makes it 10 times harder. In our new article, elder law attorney at Everbright Legacy Law, Lauren L. Fink shares expert advice on navigating $7,000+ monthly care costs, avoiding contract traps, and updating legal documents before a crisis hits. Taking action early protects your parents' dignity, gives your family real choices, and safeguards your own financial plan. Read the full breakdown to prepare financially, emotionally, and legally. Link in the comments.

Planning for a parent’s long-term care is one of the hardest journeys a family can take, and doing it during an emergency makes it 10 times harder. In our new article, elder law attorney at Everbright Legacy Law, Lauren L. Fink shares expert advice on navigating $7,000+ monthly care costs, avoiding contract traps, and updating legal documents before a crisis hits. Taking action early protects your parents' dignity, gives your family real choices, and safeguards your own financial plan. Read the full breakdown to prepare financially, emotionally, and legally. Link in the comments.

One of the most difficult things to think about is a time when you are no longer able to manage your affairs yourself and you need others to help you make important decisions. There is more to a Lasting Power of Attorney than just having a long term, late life care plan in place. What happens if you find yourself dealing with an unexpected illness or accident, who would be there to make important decisions for you? An LPA will enable those given the power to make decisions about your property and financial affairs, your health and welfare, or both. It’s also important to consider having a power of attorney in place for your dependents. As your children grow and move away from home, they may not have a spouse who can act on their behalf. Or, if they are at university they will need a power of attorney in place in case they find themselves in need. When your children turn 18 you can no longer make decisions on their behalf. Lasting Power of Attorney’s work for all ages and should form an integral part of your future plan. We work with many highly experienced legal service providers who can arrange Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, and we can refer you to them when you need it. The writing of a Will or Powers of Attorney involves the referral to a service that is separate and distinct from those offered by St. James's Place. Wills and Powers of Attorney are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

What happens when someone can no longer make decisions about their finances or welfare? For families, knowing what to do next can be challenging, particularly where there is no valid Lasting Power of Attorney in place. In these circumstances, Deputyship may be required. But when is Deputyship needed? How does the application process work? And what responsibilities does a Deputy take on? Victoria Mansell, Senior Associate Solicitor in our Court of Protection team, explores the key points you need to know about Deputyship and the role of the Court of Protection. https://lnkd.in/e3PaahRQ

“I’m too young for an LPA.” It is the sentence I hear most often, and the one that worries me most. If you’re in your 40s or 50s, an LPA may feel like something for much later in life. But it is not about old age or the end of life. In England and Wales, a Lasting Power of Attorney is the document that allows you to choose who can act for you if, through illness, injury or an accident, you are alive but cannot make or communicate decisions for yourself. That period might last a few weeks, a few months or longer. It could relate to decisions about your finances and property, your health and welfare, or both. The important point is that an LPA must be created while you have the mental capacity to make that choice. That is precisely why it is so easy to put off: the time when you need it may be the time when you can no longer arrange it yourself. This is not just about Wills. A Will takes effect after death; an LPA is about making sure your chosen people can support decisions during your lifetime. Get your life in order before somebody else has to. The right arrangements will differ from person to person, so this is general information rather than personal legal advice. What would you want your family to know if you could not explain it yourself? Take the free Family Readiness Scorecard: https://lnkd.in/g8V4JPKW #ALifeInOrder #LastingPowerOfAttorney #LaterLifePlanning #FamilyReadiness

The Dementia Trust has doubled the number of law firms signed up to its Planning Ahead campaign during its first month of registrations, with ten firms from across Scotland already confirmed to take part in the national initiative to drive awareness for Power of Attorney in February 2027. https://lnkd.in/e7VceENT

A Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney do different jobs – and many people need both. A Will sets out what should happen to your estate after you die. But it does not give someone authority to manage your finances or make decisions about your health and welfare if you lose mental capacity during your lifetime. That is where a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can help. Our latest guide explains the difference between a Will and an LPA, why they are both important, and the situations where specialist advice can make a real difference – from blended families and vulnerable loved ones to business interests and future care planning. Read the full article and view our Wills & LPAs infographic here: https://ow.ly/blYT50ZWaxC To speak to our specialist Later Life team, call 01934 623 501 or email helpforyou@powellslaw.com #PowellsSolicitors #WillsAndLPAs #LastingPowerOfAttorney #LaterLifePlanning #WestonSuperMare

Assisted living offers independence, but memory care requires specific safety measures, staff training, and legal protections. Before signing a contract, families should evaluate: • Care vs. Cost: Median costs exceed $70,000/year—understand what services are included versus billed à la carte. • Staffing & Safety: Ask about staff-to-resident ratios, specialized dementia training, and protocols for wandering. • Contractual Terms: State regulations vary widely. Have an elder law attorney review fee increase clauses, care adaptation terms, and discharge policies. Asking the right questions upfront protects both your loved one’s quality of life and your family’s financial security. 📖 Read our full article: https://lnkd.in/ehc-C79M #MemoryCare #DementiaCare #ElderLaw #AssistedLiving #SeniorLiving