I am 85 years of age; my wife (84) is in hospice care in our home and unresponsive (Alz). We both have DNR's. Do I need a POA for her final affairs? We have a daughter. Should I obtain a POA for her in the event that I become afflicted and unresponsive? If so, can you give me an idea as to the expense involved? I don't have an attorney.
Also, depending on your net worth, if you have a sizable net worth, I would recommend getting yourself put into a Trust with a Will. That would help your daughter not have to jump through all the hoops of a probate, court hearing, fees, etc.
It would be very helpful for you, though, to do your advance directives. You can assign the POAs for finances and healthcare and provide direction on your medical care should you become incapacitated. Since you already have your DNR, you may have already done your advance directives. Check your form and see if a healthcare proxy (POA) is assigned. If not, you can do that and at the same time, assign the financial POA. We had a friend who was an attorney and notary who helped us with ours. That made things so simple. You will need two witnesses and a notary for the forms.