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How to Make an Enduring Power of Attorney under the New System
Creating an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) in Ireland, particularly since the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 came into full effect, is primarily managed through the Decision Support Service (DSS). This guide will walk you through the key steps and considerations. What is an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA)? An EPA is a legal document that allows you (the "donor") to appoint one or more trusted individuals (your "attorneys") to make decisions on your behalf about your personal welfare, property, and financial affairs, should you lose the capacity to make those decisions yourself in the future. It's a vital tool for future planning, regardless of age. The key word here is Trust, as you are essentially trusting someone to exercise your basic human rights on your behalf when you are unable to do so yourself due to such debilitating conditions as dementia or brain injury. Read More
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