Plan Ahead for Your Peace of Mind: How a Health & Welfare LPA Protects You and Your Family

Have you thought about who will make health decisions on your behalf if you were unable to? It is not something we like to imagine, but life can change in unexpected ways. Thinking ahead is never easy, but it is the surest way to protect those we love – and ourselves. If illness, accident or age ever made it difficult for you to make choices about your care, you would want your wishes to be known and respected.

At Portway Solicitors, we believe that every person deserves the confidence that comes from knowing their wishes will be honoured, no matter what the future holds. That is why we help you plan ahead, giving you peace of mind that your health and personal care will be in trusted hands, whatever the future holds.

What is a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)?

A Health & Welfare LPA lets you choose a trusted person, usually a family member or close friend to make important decisions about your care and wellbeing if you ever cannot do so yourself.

This protects your preferences about medical treatment, daily routines and personal care if you ever face illness, injury, or the challenges of getting older.

With a Health & Welfare LPA, your chosen person can:

• Speak with doctors about your treatment and make medical decisions

• Make sure your daily routine and care preferences are respected
• Support your wishes on life-sustaining treatment

• Be your voice when you cannot speak for yourself

If you have questions, we are here to listen and help.

When Should You Consider a Health & Welfare LPA?

Many people wait until later in life to think about an LPA, but it matters at any age, especially if:

• You have been diagnosed with a condition that could affect your decision-making

• You want the reassurance that your care choices will always be followed
• You want to avoid family disagreements or court processes over medical decisions
• You want a trusted person to be able to act quickly in your best interests

If you are not sure whether any of these apply, we are happy to talk through your personal situation with you.

Why Choose Portway Solicitors?

A Health & Welfare LPA is not just paperwork, it is a safeguard for your wellbeing and peace of mind. Our team approaches every conversation with compassion and clarity.

We will:

• Guide you through each step, making everything easy to understand
• Explain your options, so you can make confident choices
• Make sure your wishes are recorded and respected
• Offer ongoing support, so you and your loved ones always feel protected

We understand these decisions matter deeply. You will always be treated with kindness and understanding, from our first call to after your LPA is in place.

Take the First Step Towards Protecting Your Care and Choices

Your Wellbeing Matters

We are here to help you plan ahead – so whatever happens, your wishes will be respected.

Want to know how to protect your future health and care? Next week: “Health and Welfare LPA – Making Sure Your Wellbeing is in Safe Hands.” Look out for it!