
Understanding your legal rights and options is an important part of your caring role. We provide clear, accessible guidance on the legal matters that affect carers and the people they care for.
As a carer, you may need to help the person you care for with legal decisions, or plan ahead for a time when they may not be able to make decisions for themselves. The pages below cover the most common legal topics that carers in Luton ask about.
This information is provided as general guidance only. For personal legal advice, we recommend speaking to a solicitor or contacting Citizens Advice.
Why making a will matters, what it covers, and how to get started — especially when caring responsibilities are part of the picture.
Learn MoreHow LPA works, the different types, and how to set one up so that decisions can be made if the person you care for loses capacity.
Learn MoreGuidance on making a will for carers in Luton. Why wills matter, what they cover, and how to ensure the person you care for is protected.
Read moreHow Lasting Power of Attorney works, the two types of LPA, and how to set one up. Guidance for carers in Luton on planning ahead.
Read moreUnderstanding the Mental Capacity Act, how capacity is assessed, and what it means for carers in Luton and the people they support.
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