Publisher's Synopsis
The management of money and property is usually a personal and private matter. However, there may come a time when someone else has to take over on either a temporary or permanent basis. This book looks at the circumstances in which such a need could arise and provides a step-by-step guide to the arrangements which have to be made. It sets out to examine and explain, in simple terms, complex legal subjects such as the Court of Protection, Appointeeship and Powers of Attorney. There is also a section on sources of help.;It is envisaged that the book will be of interest to friends, relatives and advisors of older people and to those professionals who work with them.