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SAS Dar LPn eeterEngn swegsteredete oca Asteers e at ie e. e Set Stockpert, Chetee, SKO MO SAS Deniea Patorsedand eguated by the Selicitors gulaton Authority PROMOTION Professional advice How a Health and Welfare LPA can help you and your next of kin cakh and Welfare LPAS the final decision on what would be in should be withdrawn, then making a llealth and Welfare LPA should be (Lasting Powers of Attorney) were brought into effect by Mental Capacity 2005, which made it possible for an individual to elect another person to make care, medical and welfare decisions on their behalf. Often people don't realise the benefits of having a Health and Welfare LPA in place. In the event that there comes a time when the individual's best interests, such as which care home would be most suitable, considered. There are plent or whether they should be cared for at home, or even life sustalning treatment decisions (if that power is given). It isa common assumption that the "next of kin" will be able to assist with medical decisions and become yof options for a hierarchy of decision makers, such as; having a spouse/partner as the first decision maker, followed by your children or a close friend as replacement(s) in the event that your spouse/partner is unable to do it. Preferences and specifie instructions can also be included. Taking peofessional advice will help guide you through the options and give ideas for suitable clauses to include in your Power involved with care placements, should the individual no longer be capable. Historically, this was true, but following an individual cannot make decisions for themselves, a Health and Welfare LPA wil the introduction of Health and Welfare shift the decision-making power to the chosen Attorney (a person nominated by the individual). Otherwise, Social Services LPAS, the next of kin has no legal rights to of Attorney, make decisions for a person at all. If you woukd like members of your family to have the last say over where you are cared for in the future, over what medical treatments would be in your best Interests, and even whether life support Justine Clowes, will have the power to make decisions on behalfof the individhual. SAS Daniels Ifa Health and Welfare LPA is obtained, Private it is the chosen Attorney who will have Client team For further information, contact Justine Clowes in SAS Daniels" Private (sas daniels LLP Solicitors. Client team at justine.clowes@sasdaniels.co.uk or call 01625 442142. www.sasdaniels.co.uk Macclesfield, Stockport, Chester, Congleton Life is turbulent But we can guide you to calmer waters. To secure the right outcome for you and your loved ones, our team has the ideal combination of clarity, legal expertise and empathy. Whether you're planning for the future or facing a crisis, we're ready to listen. Contact SAS Daniels today. (sas daniels LLP sasdaniels.co.uk Solicitors. SAS Dar LPn eeterEngn swegsteredete oca Asteers e at ie e. e Set Stockpert, Chetee, SKO MO SAS Deniea Patorsedand eguated by the Selicitors gulaton Authority