People are often wary of making a Power of Attorney for fear of losing control but Making Decisions while you have the Mental Capacity to choose someone you trust IS the right time.
What is mental capacity? The ability to understand and make a decision when it needs to be made is called ‘mental capacity’. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) is a law that protects and supports who can’t make some or all decisions for themselves. The act applies to people aged 16 and over in England and Wales. […]
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The Office of the Public Guardian in England and Wales (OPG) has issued new guidance (Nov 2021). This is for NHS and Social Care staff regarding the disclosure of a donor’s medical information to attorneys and deputies. The five principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 govern how OPG and other authorities (including health and social
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Do I need a Power of Attorney? YES, this is your opportunity to choose someone you trust, while you can. It is cheaper to assign a Power of Attorney while you still have ‘Mental Capacity’ and has been made easier with online applications and help from the Office of Public Guardian. Choosing someone to manage