Partner Sarah Bray and Associates Katrina Isola & Letizia Greco attended Gibraltar’s Second Dementia Conference Living with Dementia and Understanding the Dementia Pathway in Gibraltar this morning.
Sarah spoke about the importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) what they are, how they work, and why they matter. It was encouraging to see people from all sectors in Gibraltar join in and discuss all and any questions they had regarding LPAs.
It was an interactive session that allowed the audience to discuss topics such as reframing the conversation on LPAs only being for a certain age group, the importance of timing when putting in place an LPA (when one has mental capacity), incorrect societal assumptions, common issues faced by families, and about the positive and cost-effective aspects of planning ahead, as LPAs work as planning tools rather than reactive tools.
We would also like to recognise Jeanette Ochello, Chairperson of the Gibraltar Alzheimer’s & Dementia Society (GADS), for her dedication and leadership in supporting people living with dementia and their loved ones.