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My husband has an enduring power of attorney made in April

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My husband has an enduring power of attorney made in April 2007. he now has suffered a severe stroke and i need to use this power to control his affairs. he has been in hospital since feb 2022. How do i do this?
JA: What steps has he taken? Has he filed any papers in the family court?
Customer: I don't know
JA: Family Court normally sits in a local County and Magistrates' Court. Do you know the location of the court? If not, what county does he live in?
Customer: We are in Norwich Norfolk
JA: Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured that they'll be able to help you.
Customer: Such as what do you need to know?
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Customer: replied 15 days ago.
do I need a solicitor to say that he is now unable to manage his affairs himself?
Customer: replied 15 days ago.
I just need an answer
Customer: replied 15 days ago.
I cannot send more money

Thanks for your patience and enquiry. I am sorry to hear what has happened. You do not need a solicitor for this. You may apply to be his deputy. This will give you the authority handle his affairs.

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this is how you would go about applying.

https://www.gov.uk/become-deputy

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You may use a solicitor however if you are unable to do the application yourself.If you decide to use a solicitor one may be located via the below link:

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Can I clarify anything for you? I hope I have answered your query in a way that is simple and easy to understand. If anything remains unclear, I will be more than happy to clarify it for you. In the meantime, thank you once again for using our services.

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Customer: replied 14 days ago.
Thank you for your reply which was indeed just what I wanted to know. I am awaiting a visit from my so( who lives many miles away from us) at the weekend who will help me the application.

Noted with thanks.

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Customer: replied 10 days ago.
My son printed the appropriate forms and they are now being sent to son No2 for his signature. Thank you for your help

You are welcome

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