And one of the most important parts of an LPA… is setting out your instructions and preferences.

So, what’s the difference?

Instructions are legally binding

They are rules your attorney must follow — no exceptions.

Preferences, on the other hand, are your wishes and guidance.

They help your attorney understand what matters to you, while still allowing flexibility if things change.

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With a Health and Welfare LPA , you can guide decisions about your care and wellbeing.

You might include instructions such as:

whether your attorney can make decisions about life-sustaining treatment or requirements around your diet, beliefs, or medical care.

You can also include preferences like where you’d like to be cared for, your daily routine, or even the simple things that make life enjoyable, like hobbies and social time.

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A Property and Financial Affairs LPA covers decisions about your money and assets.

You can set clear instructions —

for example, placing limits on selling your home,

or how your money should be managed.

And you can add preferences too —

such as supporting family members,

making charitable donations,

or ensuring your quality of life always comes first.

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Putting these wishes in place means the people you trust can act with confidence, knowing they’re making decisions the way you would have wanted.

Because an LPA isn’t just a legal document, it’s your voice for the future.

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