Power of Attorney Services in your area:
PoA information can be obtained via our website
Or from our local carer centre
Or from the Paisley Citizens Advice Centre
Local Solicitors also provide advice and guidance on PoA’s and Guardianships and a full list can be found at https://www.lawscot.org.uk/
Information leaflets are available at various locations / services throughout Renfrewshire
Scotland-wide Resources
Alzheimer Scotland provides a wide range of specialist services for people with dementia and their carers. We offer personalised support services, community activities, information and advice, at every stage of the dementia journey. www.alzscot.org
Local phone number for Alzheimer Scotland: 01573 400342
Legal aid is help towards the costs of legal advice and representation, for those who qualify. It is designed to help individuals on low and modest incomes gain access to the legal system.
Find out more at www.slab.org.uk
The Office of the Public Guardian supports and advises those assisting someone with mental incapacity. They can be contacted on 01324 678300. Their website offers a lot of helpful information.
A solicitor can help you put Power of Attorney in place. You can find a solicitor by contacting the Law Society of Scotland at https://www.lawscot.org.uk/
Solicitors for Older People Scotland (SOPS) is a group of solicitors dedicated to providing legal services to older and vulnerable people in a caring way. SOPS members are committed to providing Power of Attorney under the Legal Aid scheme to clients who qualify.
Find out more at www.sops.org.uk
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland: CommonConcerns_PowersOfAttorney_July2020.pdf (mwcscot.org.uk)
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