What legal papers should we have?
Most families need a health care power of attorney (someone who can talk to doctors), a living will or advance directive, and a financial power of attorney. A will and, for some people, a trust also matter.
Do this while your loved one can still take part. An elder law attorney can help. We list elder law attorneys near your zip. This is not legal advice — talk to a lawyer in your state.
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