Power of attorney & health care forms
Simple documents that let someone you trust handle money and medical decisions if you can’t. Every adult should have them.
In plain English
- A durable power of attorney lets your agent handle finances and property.
- A health care proxy names who makes medical decisions for you.
- A living will records your wishes about end-of-life care.
- A HIPAA authorization lets doctors talk to the people you choose.
Is this you?
Step by step
Quick consultation
Who you trust, and what powers make sense.
Drafting
Forms prepared for your state.
Signing
With a notary and witnesses, as the law requires.
Copies
For your agents and your doctor.
Review
Update after big changes.
Bring what you have
- Names and contact info for your agents and backups
- Your doctor’s name
- Any forms you already signed
- Your wishes about medical care
Missing something? Come anyway. Full printable checklist
What affects the cost
Your fee is confirmed in writing before work starts. Court, filing and recording fees are separate and listed up front. How fees work
What’s included
POA & Health Care Set
Anyone 18 or older, including college students and caregivers.
- Durable power of attorney
- Health care proxy
- Living will
- HIPAA authorization
- Copies for your agents and doctor
Quoted when you callOften included in the Will Package
Common questions
Someone is in the hospital and needs a POA now. Can you help?
Call us right away. We’ll talk about options, including signing at the hospital or at home.
Is a POA still good after death?
No. After death the executor of the estate takes over.
Can I use a form from the internet?
Some forms are state standard, but powers of attorney have strict signing rules. Mistakes can make them useless when you need them.
Do NJ and PA forms differ from NY?
Yes. We’ll prepare the right forms for where you live.
Ready when you are.
Call the office or send a short request. Someone from our Port Jervis office will get back to you.