Who Would Speak for You If You Couldn't? Why a Lasting Power of Attorney Isn't Just for Later Life
- dhardybagdi
- Oct 31, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: May 14
There is a quiet confidence that comes from knowing your affairs are in order; not just for yourself, but for those who love you and may one day need to step in.
We all care deeply for our lives and those closest to us, which makes it all the more important to have something in place for moments when support is truly needed.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) isn’t just associated with later life or ill-health; it’s a practical, empowering arrangement for anyone who values peace of mind and flexibility.
An LPA can be particularly relevant if you:
travel frequently
experience regular hospital stays
have a demanding lifestyle
have changing circumstances It allows someone you trust to step in and help manage your affairs if and when you need them to. Attorneys can support you while you still have capacity - it’s about assistance, not control.
When Life Changes Unexpectedly:
One of the most commonly overlooked parts of estate planning is the LPA. Not because it isn’t important, but because it’s easy to assume it’s something to think about later. Without an LPA in place, families can be left unable to act when decisions need to be made without delay.
This often arises following illness or an accident; when having clear authority already in place makes all the difference.
The Emotional and Practical Toll
Without an LPA, those closest to you must apply to the Court of Protection to make decisions on your behalf.
This process can be lengthy, costly, and emotionally demanding, often taking months at a time when families are already under strain.
And perhaps most painfully, it removes your voice from the conversation. Meaning decisions about your health, your home and your finances could all be made without your input.
Quietly Powerful
There are two types of LPA:
Health & Welfare | for decisions about medical treatment, care, and daily routines.
Property & Financial Affairs | for managing money, bills, and assets.
Together, they offer protection, dignity, and peace of mind; not just for you, but for those who care about you most.
Planning Ahead is an Act of Care
Creating an LPA isn’t about expecting the worst. It’s about preparing thoughtfully and with intention.
It’s about making sure your voice is heard, even in silence.
Who would you trust to decide for you?
If something devastating happened today, who would speak for you if you couldn't?
Who would you want to decide what was best for you?
Important questions; and ones that don't need to be left to chance.
Your life is unique,
Your plan should reflect that.
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