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Powers of Attorney
A power of attorney lets someone make decisions on your behalf if you're incapacitated. Learn the different types and how to set one up.
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What Is a Power of Attorney? A Complete Guide
A power of attorney is one of the most important documents you can have — it lets someone you trust manage your finances or healthcare if you become incapacitated. This guide explains every type of power of attorney, what an agent can and cannot do, and what happens if you become incapacitated without one.
Healthcare Proxy vs. Medical Power of Attorney — What's the Difference?
Healthcare proxy and medical power of attorney refer to the same essential document — a legal authorization for someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you cannot. This guide clarifies the terminology, explains how these documents work alongside a living will and POLST, and explains why your family cannot legally make medical decisions for you without one.