Why Power of Attorney Matters: Protecting Your Aging Parents Before It’s Too Late
The Importance of Having Power of Attorney Before It’s Too Late When it comes to caring for aging parents , there’s one critical legal document many families overlook— Power of Attorney (POA) . Whether your mom or dad is still living independently or starting to show signs of cognitive decline, having the right legal protections in place before a crisis occurs can make all the difference in how smoothly care decisions are made. At Bay Area Senior Care Placement , we help families navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of senior care placement —but one issue we see time and time again is the lack of a valid Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive . Below, we explain what a Power of Attorney is, why it’s essential, and what can happen if your parent becomes incapacitated without one. What Is Power of Attorney? A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives a trusted person—usually a family member or close friend—the authority to make decisions on behalf of some...