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Also, reference the legal tab at the top right corner of this site and read through and/or search "POA". Get the DPOA. DO NOT let attorney draw up a springing POA ; these are worthless and what my parents drew up. It has been nothing but a legal nightmare. I can make no decisions until it is invoked by 2 or more drs declaring in writing that my mom is incompetent or incapacitated...sounds easy when the medical paperwork diagnosis is dementia, delusions, hallucinatory, paranoia and spends 10 days in behavioral center with discharge requiring care....but yet drs would not declare incompetency in writing; therefore the POA could not be invoked legally because when she was "competent temporarily" which happens with dementia, the rights "spring back" to patient.
Because of dementia, we can't get a new POA drawn up.
Make sure your lawyer has elder law experience so he can properly advise you and prepare lasting and relevant documents.
Jennifers that's a very good question! I'm assuming the hospital would go ahead and treat the person with whatever measures could save that person's life. For example, if a 95 year old person's heart stopped, they'd try to start it again. I saw that when I worked in a hospital as a ward secretary. Ten people in a room trying to pound on the chest of a very elderly woman to bring her back to life. That's why I made sure my folks both have had DNRs (do not resuscitate) orders signed by their doctors and on file. I have a copy with me at all times and the facility where my mom lives has one posted on her fridge, so that if paramedics come, they know not to try to bring her back.
Or they might put in a feeding tube, which a lot of people wouldn't want (my mom being one). That's why it's best to get all of those wishes discussed and put into paperwork that is always available in the case of an emergency.
If no one has the healthcare proxy, then it will be up to the hospital. If they have a DNR, they will probably choose to respect it if no family member protests. In the past I found hospitals to be rather neutral about living wills. That was 20 years ago, though. I don't know if the same holds true today. One thing that seems consistent with time is that hospitals tend to be respectful of the wishes of the family when it comes to end of life care. The only major problem can be if the family is not of one mind.
There are different types of POA. The most common types are durable POA for finances and healthcare. The finance POA will allow one to act as an agent for the person in financial matters. This includes paying bills, signing checks, and filing taxes. Other exact responsibilities are outlined in the POA form itself. Sometimes the POA can act as the agent of the person on business and real estate transactions. Everything will be outlined on the legal document.
The healthcare POA will allow the agent to make medical decisions concerning the person's care. This is a very important POA. When setting it up, it is also important to get the final directives in order -- the living will and DNR orders if desired. This gives the POA orders to fall back on if needed.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Because of dementia, we can't get a new POA drawn up.
Make sure your lawyer has elder law experience so he can properly advise you and prepare lasting and relevant documents.
Or they might put in a feeding tube, which a lot of people wouldn't want (my mom being one). That's why it's best to get all of those wishes discussed and put into paperwork that is always available in the case of an emergency.
The healthcare POA will allow the agent to make medical decisions concerning the person's care. This is a very important POA. When setting it up, it is also important to get the final directives in order -- the living will and DNR orders if desired. This gives the POA orders to fall back on if needed.