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Recent media coverage has once again highlighted cases where Lasting Powers of Attorney have been abused. Whenever stories like these appear, they understandably provoke concern. People naturally ask whether the law should be tougher, penalties harsher and question whether more … Continue reading →

When Wise Hen first began to take shape, we thought we were building a service. The more families we spoke to, the more we realised we were really building something else. A way of thinking. Over the coming weeks, we’d … Continue reading →

When people hear the words Lasting Power of Attorney, they often think of old age, illness or losing capacity. That’s perfectly understandable given that those are the circumstances in which an LPA is often used. But perhaps we’ve been looking … Continue reading →

One of the most common questions people ask when considering a Lasting Power of Attorney is “Who should I appoint?” It’s an important question. But perhaps not quite the right one. A better question might be: “Who will still be … Continue reading →

“My brother thinks I’m interfering.” It is one of the most common things we hear. One sibling lives nearby, but the other lives two hundred miles away. One sees Mum every week, the other speaks to her every Sunday. Both … Continue reading →

“I’m fine” “I don’t need any help.” “I’m managing perfectly well.” “Don’t fuss.” For many families, these are some of the hardest words to hear. Not because they are unreasonable, but because they often bring an important conversation to an … Continue reading →

“Mum… can we talk about money?” There are few conversations more difficult than the ones we know we probably ought to have. Not because we don’t care. Quite the opposite, because we care deeply. Many adult children recognise the moment. … Continue reading →

Many people avoid conversations about Lasting Powers of Attorney, future care or what might happen if they become unable to make decisions. It’s understandable. None of us likes to imagine a time when we might need help. But planning ahead … Continue reading →

If somebody asked you six months from now: “Why did you make that decision?” Could you answer with confidence? Not because you remember, but because you recorded it. One of the most common themes that emerges in disputes involving LPAs … Continue reading →