Annie Dallimer, State Manager, Client Services at Dementia Australia, discusses Enduring Powers of Attorney with Philippa McDonald.
Annie shares insights about why an Enduring Power of Attorney is important for a person with dementia or mild cognitive impairment.
She discusses the specific issues to bear in mind, and what capacity means, for people living with dementia and mild cognitive impairment.
You’ll also learn more about what could be included in a financial Enduring Power of Attorney and why it’s important.
Background
On Point is about having big conversations on topics affecting older Australians.
In this interview series from Compass, you’ll hear from leading figures on subjects ranging from ageism to understanding, preventing, and responding to elder abuse, health and wellbeing, isolation, planning for your future including powers of attorney, guardianships, wills, advance care directives and more.
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