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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
Can a "bank" POA override a "Durable Power of Attorney" of vise versa? Does conservatorship override a durable POA.
4 Answersfunkygrandma59 Answered Apr 3, 2025My mom has severe dementia and is first in line to be POA for my dad
15 Answersjemfleming Answered Mar 31, 2025Told by elder lawyer today that DPOA and doctor's letter won't be enough to keep 81 DH in MC if he wants to leave.
4 AnswersIsthisrealyreal Replied Mar 25, 2025Sister with POA not presenting forms, but nobody even asks to see them, common?
8 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 25, 2025
Durable POA Discussions
DPOA for longtime friend w/alcohol advanced dementia.How do I deal with outsiders negative comments regarding where I placed my friend for care?
6 CommentsGeaton777 Commented Mar 22, 2025Hi 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 2022
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