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Power of Attorney worries,advice please

(33 Posts)
bookwormbabe Sun 28-Jun-26 15:22:20

Not sure how friends' children would feel about taking on such a responsibility, having borne it myself for my late mother and stepfather. It's a big ask.

avitorl Sun 28-Jun-26 15:16:55

Unfortunately I don't have friends with children able to help.
Has anyone heard of qualified solicitors known as Lifetime Lawyers ?

MissAdventure Sun 28-Jun-26 09:37:56

When i spoke to a solicitor, he said that everyone who has been granted power of attorney will probably need to consult a solicitor anyway.

Tuliptree Sun 28-Jun-26 09:37:37

fancythat

Would you trust a friend's child enough?
I am slightly squirming myself at writing that.

I was just about to ask if you had a relationship with any of your friends’ children?

fancythat Sun 28-Jun-26 09:34:31

Would you trust a friend's child enough?
I am slightly squirming myself at writing that.

avitorl Sun 28-Jun-26 09:27:43

Thank you,tanith. I am more worried about surviving and not being able to manage daily financial decisions etc

tanith Sun 28-Jun-26 07:53:41

There is something called a Living Will in which you can give your wishes for health decisions should you become incapacitated. You might might need a solicitors advice to write it but it’s your decisions that will included including a DNR in certain circumstances should you wish.

avitorl Sat 27-Jun-26 23:37:41

I know that I should have a named POA but I really don't have anyone suitable to ask.I have no family members and no friends who are in a younger age group than me.
I think my only choice would be to employ a solicitor to act on my behalf but I do find it upsetting that a stranger could end up being in control of my life.
Is this inevitable? Any suggestions gratefully received