Legal Guidance for Dementia | Dementia Toolkit Series | Cornwall Memory Cafe Podcast #32

In this episode host Anna Lempriere from the Cornwall Memory Cafe Network, part of disAbility Cornwall, speaks with Louise Brown, Associate at Coodes Solicitors. Together, they explore some of the key legal topics that affect people living with dementia and those who care for them.   Louise provides a clear and compassionate overview of Lasting Power of Attorney and mental capacity, including the differences between managing finances and making decisions about care, when these legal documents are used, and why it is important to plan ahead. Whether you are a carer, a family member, or someone living with dementia, this inclusive and informative conversation offers practical guidance to help you feel more supported and prepared. 🧩 Relaxed, accessible, and shaped by real experiences, this podcast is here to support your dementia journey. This series is created by the Cornwall Memory Cafe Network, part of disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly, to provide clear, supportive guidance for anyone affected by dementia. - Please consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel! And if you want the audio-only version, please search DISCOVER Voices on all major audio platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music. DISCOVER Voices is a brand-new podcast network that discusses life through the lens of people living with long-term health conditions or disabilities.   We welcome a variety of hosts all with their own podcast series, giving their own outlook and take on topics and discussions that are close to their heart. We try our very best to make these podcasts as accessible as possible, if you require captions to access our podcast, please view the podcast on our YouTube Channel where all of our videos have closed captions, simply search DISCOVER Voices on YouTube search bar. Discover Voices (c) 2025, a production by registered charity, disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly.