Power of Attorney for Healthcare
Legal document appointing trusted individual to make medical decisions when unable to communicate, defining healthcare authority scope and treatment preferences.
Key Clauses
Whereas
Establishes individual's desire to designate healthcare decision-maker for incapacity situations.
Appointment Of Agent
Names specific individual as healthcare agent and any successor agents if needed.
Effective Date
Defines when healthcare agent's authority begins, typically upon incapacity determination.
Powers Granted
Specifies scope of medical decision-making authority granted to healthcare agent.
Limitations
Restricts certain decisions or requires specific conditions before agent can act.
Duration And Revocation
Establishes duration of authority and procedures for revoking or modifying appointment.
Use This Template
When You Need This
- Planning for potential medical incapacity due to age or illness
- Ensuring trusted person can make healthcare decisions when unable
- Appointing healthcare advocate familiar with personal values and preferences
- Avoiding family conflicts over medical treatment decisions during crises