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26 January 2021
Categories: Legal News , Profession , Charities
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Volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Society

 The Alzheimer’s Society is looking for a lasting powers of attorney volunteer

Based in Birmingham, the role will include assisting people affected by dementia in completing lasting powers of attorneys online, through a tool created by the Office of the Public Guardian. The successful candidate will also support those using the society’s lasting powers of attorney digital assistance service. 

The society is looking for applicants with relevant legal knowledge or a willingness to learn. To ensure a consistent service for people living with dementia, the role is recommended to continue for at least six months.

Further information is available on the attached role description. If you have any queries about this position or are interested in applying, contact Mary Sherrington at mary.sherrington@alzheimers.org.uk.

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