20/08/2026
Powers of attorney and advance care directives - Who will make decisions if you can't?
Most of us spend our lives making our own decisions. We manage our finances, property, health, family matters and everyday affairs without giving much thought to what might happen if one day we were unable to do so.
An accident, serious illness, stroke, dementia or another unexpected event can change that very quickly.
That is why documents such as a Power of Attorney, Enduring Power of Attorney and Advance Care Directive can form an important part of planning for the future.
Importantly, the names, rules and legal powers associated with these documents vary between Australian states and territories, so professional legal advice specific to where you live is essential.
Click the link below to read more:
https://jbfs.com.au/powers-of-attorney-and-advance-care-directives-who-will-make-decisions-if-you-cant/