How do you set up a will and power of attorney for a parent who is losing capacity in Victoria?

Victoria has its own framework for powers of attorney, and the difference matters when a parent is losing capacity. A general power of attorney only covers temporary financial decisions and ends if the person loses capacity. An enduring power of attorney continues beyond loss of capacity, letting the appointed person make financial and personal decisions on the parent’s behalf. It must be signed while the parent still understands the document, so it is best set up alongside their Will before capacity declines.

For related guidance, see what types of power of attorney are available in Australia, and which one do you need?.