Becoming a deputy - useful organisations

Useful organisations

Court of Protection

Telephone
0300 456 4600

Email
[email protected]

Website
www.gov.uk/courts-tribunals/court-of-protection
www.gov.uk/become-deputy/apply-property-financial-affairs-deputy (online application portal for property and finance deputyships) 

The Court of Protection makes decisions and appoints deputies to act on behalf of people who are unable to make decisions about their personal health, finance or welfare.

GOV.UK

Website
www.gov.uk
www.gov.uk/become-deputy

GOV.UK is the government website. It has information about government agencies and departments. This includes information on deputyship and how to apply.

Office of the Public Guardian

Telephone
0300 456 0300 

Email
[email protected]

Website
www.gov.uk/opg

The OPG supervises deputies. It is able to provide deputies with guidance and support.

Solicitors for the Elderly

Telephone
0844 567 6173 

Email
[email protected] 

Website
www.sfe.legal

Solicitors for the Elderly is a national organisation of lawyers, such as solicitors, barristers and legal executives. They provide specialist legal advice for older and vulnerable people, their families and carers.

Review details

Last reviewed: February 2022

Next review due: February 2025

Our information is based on evidence and need, and is regularly updated using quality-controlled processes. It is reviewed by experts in health and social care and people affected by dementia. 

Reviewed by: Joyce Bennell, Consultant Solicitor, Nicholls Brimble Bhol Solicitors and Nicola Mawson, Solicitor, Waddington & Son Solicitors, both members of Solicitors for the Elderly

This information has also been reviewed by people affected by dementia.

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