The Office of Public Guardian (OPG) have responded with updates to the coronavirus outbreak following Lockdown 3.
The OPG has provided guidance in response to the outbreak and following the latest lockdown which will be regularly updated when new information is available. They will continue to deliver their services and support those who are planning for the future and at most risk in society. They have robust plans in place and are continually working hard to maintain their services as they deal with the impact of coronavirus.
Contents include:
-Contacting us
-Lasting power of attorney applications (LPAs)
-Making and registering an LPA during the coronavirus outbreak
-Registering an enduring power of attorney (EPA)
-Short-term options for health, welfare and financial decisions
-Safeguarding assessments and investigations
-Visits
-Guardianships – Guardianship (Missing Persons) Act 2017
-Being a deputy or attorney during the coronavirus outbreak
-Professional deputies
-Working together
-NHS and social services staff: check if a patient has an attorney or deputy
-Protecting older people and vulnerable adults
-Stay up to date
Their ability to operate in these difficult times will be regularly reviewed which could mean their approach may change in order to reflect latest government advice and guidelines.
For latest OPG updates click here.
