A law has been passed to allow Singaporeans to appoint proxy decision makers before they become mentally incapacitated by illnesses like dementia or brain damage.
Under the Act, Singaporeans who wish to make advanced plans for themselves can do so through a new statutory mechanism called the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA).
With the LPA, an individual (known as the “donor”) can appoint a proxy (known as a “donee”) to make decisions relating to his property and financial affairs, personal welfare and/or healthcare when he loses his mental capacity. The donee appointed can be a family member, relative or a trusted friend.
Source: ChannelNewsAsia
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