Look at Me, I am the Decision Maker Now! Who Can Act for Someone-The Confusing World of Powers of Attorney, Guardians, Health Care Representatives, Spouses, Children, and Other Characters – Oh My!

“I am in charge” “I make the call” “I have the power” Often individuals are no longer able to capably handle their own financial and health care decisions. This impacts their personal well-being and their financial well-being. Caregivers are frequently placed in the middle of identifying who can act and assessing what powers certain legal documents grant and fail to grant to family members. Who can act? What are your options if a bad actor is in place? What are your options if a bad actor refuses to act? Presentation devoted to understanding who can act, what they are required to do, and what providers can do when they are nonresponsive or acting outside of an individual’s interests.