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A power of attorney may be one of two types: A Durable Power of Attorney or a Springing Durable Power of Attorney.
A Durable Power of Attorney is effective upon proper execution. A Springing Durable Power of Attorney "springs" into play upon a specified event; usually the disability or incompetency of the Principal.
It is in the later case where documentation as to competency may be required from a physician (or two depending upon the document).
The power of attorney and the health care surrogate (aka "health care proxy" or "durable power of attorney for health care") are the two most crucial documents to have when managing an elder's affairs. They should be updated every few years as long as the Principal has competency.
Once an elder no longer has competency they cannot execute any legal document whatsoever. It is too late to create POA's, wills, trusts, etc., at this point.
It is rare for properly executed documents in proper for to not be recognized by financial and other institutions. It is a good idea to have prepared along with the Power of Attorney a revocation document of prior POA's. Some institutions will require the attorney-in-fact (the one acting on behalf of the elder) under the authority of the POA) to complete an affidavit attesting to their status as a lawful POA.
Especially important are the provisions contained within the POA. Documents found on-line or provided by a bank, for instance, may not provide the attorney-in-fact the proper specificity or, for that matter, latitude, to handle all financial and contractual affairs including the ability to create/terminate trusts or other actions that may be required to apply for Medicaid and other public benefits.
I had a client recently who downloaded forms from a well known document site. Not a bad document, but when he printed it out there was no provision for a notary and he was, therefore, unaware that notarization was required. He tried using the document and of course found out it was inadequate. The delay cost him a month of Medicaid benefits.
Hi Denise---I sure can relate to your story...In my case I brought Mon to a neuroligist where she was diagnosed with AD--and in about a week or two later I had her in assisted living, as she was living alone. It was frustrating at the beginning with the repeating of stories and so on. I think it will be very helpful to get in touch with your locak chapter of the Alzheimer's Association--they offer a welath of material to read--as well as support. They have a helpline number (800)-272-3900. The more you read and hear of peoples experiences with dementia or Alzheimer's---the more prepared you will be-as it is a series of ever changing behaviors. As for the POA the Alz Assoc will even be able to help you with that, or point you in the right direction. My best to you and your family on the caregiving journey, and if possible get back to us in this forum. Best, Hap
I would see an elderly attorney before acting as her POA. I acted on my mothers behalf -her POA was signed 10 years ago (durable) with her permission. Doctors, hospitals, real estate - anything she asked for or wanted- now she is angry with me (she is 84) and is consulting and elderly care attorney to resend her POA and trying to prosecute me for any decisons she gave me the power to do. And she adds that there isn't anything I can do about it if she has 2 doctors to declare that she is mentally stable. I don't know - just that it has caused me more heartache and grief that anyone could imagine. well I bet some on this site have experienced that same thing. I did not know what I was doing when I accepted and acted as POA- I thought I was doing it to help my father -and take the best care I could of my mother- I understand books now related to Mommy Dearest.
Please be very, very careful with respect to assumptions about your POA. NOTE: The POA wholly expires when a person dies. More relevant now though, some banks, insurance agencies, et al wouldn't accept a POA even when my Mom was still alive because of the date the POA was signed. As far as I'm concerned, when push comes to shove and you really need it, in some cases the POA is not worth the paper it is written on.
(Even though I took the POA and created a Living Trust identical to her Will, I discovered some banks that while accepting the LT, would not give weight to the POA because of its age.)
After Mom died and I faced the legal particulars, I discovered that when dealing with any aspect of my state government and surely with respect to the Federal Government, even the LT was of no value... except to open a can of worms and generate even more paperwork.
Though not in the slightest one to offer firm legal advise, my counsel toward you is to begin to work your way through the court system NOW in order to obtain a... Guardianship. Quite likely, that will save you immense worry as time goes along.
Unless the poa was given a date to expire, you are still her poa and can do everything you could before, I am my mother poa with no expiration date, I am also her medical poa and she has a living will and don which is do not recesitiate, hope this is helpful
No - if she's diagnosed with alzhiemers now, her signature on legal documents may not be considered legal and binding. The documents you have from 2002 should be fine. I've been doing business on behalf of my mom for 5 years with a PoA signed in 1985. It's a durable power of attorney so means I could do almost anything on her behalf. If you have specific questions it's best to see an elder care attorney or contact your local area agency on aging. The latter is free. As for the attorney, what's $150 for an hour's time if it gives you peace of mind and you know everything is legal?
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
A.
I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
B.
APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
C.
APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
D.
If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
E.
This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
A power of attorney may be one of two types: A Durable Power of Attorney or a Springing Durable Power of Attorney.
A Durable Power of Attorney is effective upon proper execution. A Springing Durable Power of Attorney "springs" into play upon a specified event; usually the disability or incompetency of the Principal.
It is in the later case where documentation as to competency may be required from a physician (or two depending upon the document).
The power of attorney and the health care surrogate (aka "health care proxy" or "durable power of attorney for health care") are the two most crucial documents to have when managing an elder's affairs. They should be updated every few years as long as the Principal has competency.
Once an elder no longer has competency they cannot execute any legal document whatsoever. It is too late to create POA's, wills, trusts, etc., at this point.
It is rare for properly executed documents in proper for to not be recognized by financial and other institutions. It is a good idea to have prepared along with the Power of Attorney a revocation document of prior POA's. Some institutions will require the attorney-in-fact (the one acting on behalf of the elder) under the authority of the POA) to complete an affidavit attesting to their status as a lawful POA.
Especially important are the provisions contained within the POA. Documents found on-line or provided by a bank, for instance, may not provide the attorney-in-fact the proper specificity or, for that matter, latitude, to handle all financial and contractual affairs including the ability to create/terminate trusts or other actions that may be required to apply for Medicaid and other public benefits.
I had a client recently who downloaded forms from a well known document site. Not a bad document, but when he printed it out there was no provision for a notary and he was, therefore, unaware that notarization was required. He tried using the document and of course found out it was inadequate. The delay cost him a month of Medicaid benefits.
My best to you and your family on the caregiving journey, and if possible get back to us in this forum.
Best,
Hap
(Even though I took the POA and created a Living Trust identical to her Will, I discovered some banks that while accepting the LT, would not give weight to the POA because of its age.)
After Mom died and I faced the legal particulars, I discovered that when dealing with any aspect of my state government and surely with respect to the Federal Government, even the LT was of no value... except to open a can of worms and generate even more paperwork.
Though not in the slightest one to offer firm legal advise, my counsel toward you is to begin to work your way through the court system NOW in order to obtain a... Guardianship. Quite likely, that will save you immense worry as time goes along.
Good luck.
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