A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a legal document that appoints a person (or persons) to make decisions on someone’s behalf if they are unable to do so themselves. There are two types of LPA: one for health and welfare, and another for property and financial affairs.
If you have been given lasting power of attorney for health and welfare please provide this to the practice along with the consent form and Photo ID. It is also helpful to register as a carer at the practice.
Being named as an attorney for health and welfare is not a guarantee that the GP will nominate you as a trusted person, so it is a good idea to talk to them about this as early as possible, preferably while the person has capacity to consent.