Losing the ability to manage your own finances, whether through illness, injury or ageing, can happen unexpectedly. An enduring power of attorney allows you to appoint a trusted person to make financial and property decisions on your behalf, and it continues if you lose capacity. Without one, family members may need to apply to the State Administrative Tribunal. Advice on an enduring power of attorney WA » residents can put in place helps ensure it is properly signed and reflects your wishes.