Medical Power of Attorney

A medical power of attorney, also known as a health-care power of attorney, gives the person you specify the legal power to make decisions for you when you are incapacitated. Caregivers should discuss obtaining this power while those they are caring for can still communicate. Find out more about this directive.

Q&A with the Experts on Medical Power Of Attorney

How much does a power of attorney cost?
Getting a durable power of attorney (DPOA or POA) sometimes costs nothing and can be done for free.
Can I request medical information from mom’s nursing home without a POA?
Does a person or adult child need power of attorney in order to request information from the medical staff at an elderly parent's nursing home or hospital?
Moms saves old medications and keeps taking them. Is this dangerous?
If your elderly mother isn't taking her medications correctly, make an appointment with her doctor to discuss your concerns.

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