How Do You Get A Power Of Attorney?

Either the person signs papers to allow you to manage things or you go to court and convince the judge that the person is not competent to manage his own affairs and the judge appoints you to do so.

Contact a solicitor who will draw up the papers.  The person who is granting the power must then sign the document and this signature must be witnessed.  The person(s) who are to have power of attorney must also sign the documents and their signatures are also witnessed.  The powers available can be restricted if so desired or left entirely open.  A power of attorney will cease if the subject becomes mentally unstable through ageing or illness.  An enduring power of attorney can be obtained which bypasses this rule and allows a continuing administration of affairs by the attorney.  The process costs about £100.00. If you engage a solicitor.  You can do it yourself if you obtain the pre-printed paperwork (available online) but be careful this is a very sensitive area.  Other family members and friends can become very upset if this is not handled  sensitively and openly and is seen as having been done in some clandestine manner.  If you go down that route tell all interested parties what you are doing.