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Power of Attorney Explained
One of the most powerful tools for managing your affairs should you become mentally incapacitated is a durable power of attorney (DPOA). Understand the legal powers and responsibilities of assigning and holding POA.
14 CommentsSpringing vs. Durable Power of Attorney: What’s the Difference?
Power of attorney (POA) documents are an important part of a person's legal plans. The way a POA is written determines when it goes into effect and specifies what powers the agent holds.
94 CommentsPOA: How do I make sure I have the legal authority to make decisions on mom's behalf?
In order to make most decisions on an aging loved one's behalf, you must be given the legal power to do so. A durable power of attorney is a document your relative executes that gives you specific legal powers to act on his or her behalf.
12 CommentsWhen POA Isn’t Enough: Authorizations Needed to Act on a Loved One’s Behalf
Power of attorney documents allow caregivers to access personal information and make vital decisions for elderly loved ones, but some institutions require additional forms. See what other authorizations you may need to get.
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Durable POA Questions
Power of Attorney is being ignored by healthcare professionals. What do I do?
14 Answersfreqflyer Replied 5 min agoWhat steps do I need to take to dispute a handwritten will that was signed by an 86-yr-old, end-stage cancer patient with brain mats?
4 AnswersIsthisrealyreal Answered 3 hours agoI am durable POA for my 82-yr-old sister who has medium-Alzheimer's. I am 80, so no spring chicken.
8 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered 11 hours agoIs there anyone out there who is durable POA over multiple family members? Could use some guidance and advice.
2 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Jul 23, 2024
Durable POA Discussions
Hi everyone
4 CommentsMargaretMcKen Commented Jun 2023Aunt's final medical bills. We aren't respponsible, are we?
8 CommentsMJ1929 Commented Nov 2022I've had Durable POA for mom since 2017 and Designated Guardian if incapacitated. With moderate dementia, is she considered incapacitated?
10 CommentsDaphne131 Commented Oct 2022Neuro-psych evaluation update...
11 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented May 2019
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