Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi. I'm a friend of someone who has a son on the spectrum. She has no family, just a few friends. So no real back up.
She is aware that she needs to set something up legally so she need not worry about her son should anything happen to her. He is 23yrs now.
Has anyone got any advice of how to go about this without spending vast amounts on solicitors? She would like to be able to go in with some idea of what happens so that might help cut costs.
Thanks, Mary
It may depend on your Friend's Son and his particular circumstances. However, if applicable I found this document about Lasting Power of Attorney (both Financial and Health and Welfare) a useful explanation:
https://www.mencap.org.uk/sites/default/files/2021-06/1%20Supporters%20Guide%20on%20health%20and%20welfare%20LPA%20-%20with%20FSMencap%20%282%29.pdf