Being diagnosed with dementia can feel overwhelming. For many people, one of the biggest worries is whether they will still be able to make important decisions about their future - especially decisions that reflect their values, family relationships, and wishes after they pass away.

Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is an important step in planning for the future. It allows you to choose trusted people to make decisions on your behalf, should there come a time when you are unable to make those decisions yourself.

We were delighted to attend our first community event as SKY Social Work, joining a range of professionals at the Dementia Information Event held at Kesgrave Community Centre, organised by Home Instead.

When a loved one struggles to make decisions due to illness, disability, or cognitive decline, it can be overwhelming to know what steps to take. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 provides a legal framework in England and Wales to support individuals who may lack the ability to make certain decisions independently.

Many people delay setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), assuming it can be done at any time. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In fact, it can be too late to create a LPA if the individual has already lost mental capacity.

Here’s why it’s crucial to plan ahead.

This blog post shares a personal experience of the challenging yet crucial conversations adult children often have with aging parents about Lasting Power of Attorney.

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