Everyone should have Advance Directives: Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy and Living Will. Without these documents, family may not be able to step in and make decisions as you would want them to. The law is clear. No one has the right to make financial decisions as to your assets and finances unless you have named an agent under a Durable Power of Attorney.
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Additional Questions:
- My spouse was just admitted to a nursing home. How can I pay for their care?
- My child has special needs. What government benefits are available?
- When I pass away, how do I leave assets in a protective way for my children and grandchildren?
- How do I keep my plan current?
- How will financial and health care decisions be made and by whom, if I am not able to make them?
- My parent needs care at home. How can we access Medicaid to pay the bills?
- How do I minimize federal and New York State estate taxes?
- What do I need to know when I sell my house?
- My loved one lacks capacity to make decisions. Do I need a Guardianship?
- I had to stop working because I became disabled. Do I qualify for Social Security Disability?
- I am in need of assistance at home. As a Veteran, is there any benefit I can receive to help pay for my care?