A Power of Attorney (PoA) is a legal document where an individual gives authority to another person to make decisions on their behalf about financial and/or personal welfare issues, in case they lose capacity.
A Guardianship order is a court appointment which authorises someone to act and make decisions on behalf of an adult with incapacity.
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VOCAL offers carers free, 30-minute appointments with local solicitors, Caesar and Howie. They can offer you legal advice on wills, trusts, Power of Attorney and guardianship.
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