Planning ahead means protecting your future and ensuring that those you trust most can make decisions on your behalf should you ever become unable to do so. Setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is one of the most important steps in safeguarding your wellbeing, finances and peace of mind.
At Olimaine Wills & Estate Planning in Paignton, we help clients across Torbay, including Torquay and Brixham, to create LPAs that safeguard both their personal welfare and financial affairs.
A Health and Welfare LPA allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions about your health, care, and daily wellbeing if you lose mental capacity.
These decisions may include:
This type of LPA only comes into effect when you can no longer make decisions for yourself. Many people consider it the most personal and important form of protection, as it ensures your health and welfare choices are made by those who truly understand your wishes and values.
A Property and Financial Affairs LPA allows you to appoint an attorney to manage your finances and property. Your chosen attorney can handle:
This LPA can be used while you still have capacity (if you wish) or only if you lose it, giving you complete control over how and when it is activated.
Without an LPA, your loved ones may face complex and costly legal hurdles if they ever need to act on your behalf. They would need to apply to the Court of Protection, a lengthy and expensive process that can delay important financial or health decisions.
By putting LPAs in place now, you remain in control — choosing exactly who will make decisions for you, ensuring they are guided by your preferences, and protecting your family from unnecessary stress.
Yes. A Health and Welfare LPA covers personal and medical decisions, while a Property and Financial Affairs LPA manages your money and assets. Many people choose to have both for full protection.
You can appoint anyone over 18 who you trust completely — usually a family member, close friend, or professional adviser.
How long does it take to register an LPA?
Once completed, the LPA is registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). This typically takes around 8–10 weeks, though times can vary.
Can I change or cancel my LPA later?
Yes. As long as you still have mental capacity, you can amend or revoke an LPA at any time.
At Olimaine Wills & Estate Planning, we make the process of creating LPAs simple and stress-free. We explain everything in plain English, complete the necessary paperwork, and ensure your documents are legally valid and correctly registered.
Whether you live in Paignton, Torquay, Brixham, or anywhere across Torbay, we’re here to help you protect your health, home, and finances with trusted, professional estate planning advice.
Don’t leave your future to chance.
Contact Olimaine Wills & Estate Planning today to book your free, no-obligation consultation and find out how an LPA can give you and your family complete peace of mind.
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