Soldato
Hello folks. Wondering if any of you can provide me with some advice at this quite difficult time...
Basically, my Nan became a bit too frail to live on her own several years ago so the decision was taken that she would move in with my Aunt. As her estate is nowhere near the threshold of being touched by Inheritance Tax, the thought of transferring any assets just didn't occur to them. The house was not sold and still belongs to her.
Anyway, fast forward to last week. My Dad was phoned by his sister to say that my Nan was in a bad way, not recognising who anyone was etc etc. A visit from the Doctor seemed to strongly indicate that it isn't a problem with her medication (as has happened before) and this is the start of the onset of dementia
I understand that in order to facilitate the provision of care, the council are within their rights to take possession of my Nan's house, or indeed any assets that have been transferred within the last 7 years.
I also understand that there may be a 'cap' to this value and that any difference is returned to my Nan. If an alternative funding source is provided up to this cap, the house may be retained by my Nan / the family?
Can anyone provide clarification to the above, preferably with evidence (ie relevant links to official sources etc)?
My 2nd question is with regards to obtaining Power of Attorney over her affairs - how exactly does one go about this, and are there any significant pitfalls that the family should be aware of?
I understand that I am posting this in GD, but given the nature of the thread can we please try and maintain a respectful, helpful atmosphere in the thread please?
Thanks a lot
Basically, my Nan became a bit too frail to live on her own several years ago so the decision was taken that she would move in with my Aunt. As her estate is nowhere near the threshold of being touched by Inheritance Tax, the thought of transferring any assets just didn't occur to them. The house was not sold and still belongs to her.
Anyway, fast forward to last week. My Dad was phoned by his sister to say that my Nan was in a bad way, not recognising who anyone was etc etc. A visit from the Doctor seemed to strongly indicate that it isn't a problem with her medication (as has happened before) and this is the start of the onset of dementia
I understand that in order to facilitate the provision of care, the council are within their rights to take possession of my Nan's house, or indeed any assets that have been transferred within the last 7 years.
I also understand that there may be a 'cap' to this value and that any difference is returned to my Nan. If an alternative funding source is provided up to this cap, the house may be retained by my Nan / the family?
Can anyone provide clarification to the above, preferably with evidence (ie relevant links to official sources etc)?
My 2nd question is with regards to obtaining Power of Attorney over her affairs - how exactly does one go about this, and are there any significant pitfalls that the family should be aware of?
I understand that I am posting this in GD, but given the nature of the thread can we please try and maintain a respectful, helpful atmosphere in the thread please?
Thanks a lot