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If someone chooses you to make decisions for them in case they lose mental capacity, find out more about your responsibilities and how you can prepare.

The leaflet includes practical advice such as:

• understanding the likes and dislikes of the person
• helping them to make decisions
• involving friends and family
• dealing with health and social care staff

For an overview of your duties, read the guidance on acting as an attorney.

The Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice has more information on the legal background to what you can and cant do as an attorney.

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You can email customerservices@publicguardian.gov.uk to get a document in large print. Please include your address.