Power of attorney (booklet)

Series : Planning for the future

Published : 2026
Page Length : 28
Format : Booklet A5
Supplier : N/A
Publisher : Age UK (formerly Age Concern and Help The Aged)

This guide explains how you appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf if you’re no longer able to make or communicate your decisions. It covers: the different types of power of attorney, the process of choosing an attorney, the different ways of communicating your wishes, and what happens if you haven’t set up a power of attorney. It also lists useful organisations that you can contact for impartial information and advice about setting up a power of attorney.