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How to choose a health care power of attorney

How to choose a health care power of attorney

A health care power of attorney or health care surrogate is someone you name to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to due to mental or physical incapacity. Depending on your state, the document you create is a health care power of attorney, medical power of attorney, or health care surrogate. You designate a surrogate or agent who will follow your health care wishes. If necessary, they will also follow your living will or advance medical directives.

You want to choose someone close to you that you trust. However, you should think carefully about who is best suited for the task of making tough decisions.

5 questions to ask your power of attorney

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Are you a member of the Sandwich Generation?

Are you a member of the Sandwich Generation?

Are you a member of the Sandwich Generation? Do you care for your children but also help take care of your aging parents? Even if they do not live close by, do you have concerns about their care?

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