Tag Archives: power of attorney

POA – The Chosen One

Posted on May 8, 2020 by Sue Salach

A friend called me the other day and shared her concerns about being chosen to be the health-care and financial power of attorney for her mother.  She had heard me speak on the topic and the challenges associated with the … Continue reading →

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This Job Sucks (and other Important Caregiving Information)

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Sue Salach

While making visiting with a friend who just lost his sister, he shared how difficult it was for him especially as she had chosen him (above her parents, children and other siblings) to be her Power of Attorney (POA). His … Continue reading →

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The Chosen One

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Sue Salach

A friend called me the other day and shared her concerns about being chosen to be the health-care and financial power of attorney for her mother.  She had heard me speak on the topic and the challenges associated with the … Continue reading →

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FYI about POA

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Sue Salach

Medical Power of Attorney (POA) is something each of us, no matter our age, should have. Frequently, people grant POA to their spouse, children or siblings. POA goes into effect only if you are not able to make competent decisions. … Continue reading →

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Support for End-of-Life

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Sue Salach

“People I know who have gone on hospice only lived 2 weeks”.  This was what my step-mother said when we discussed hospice as a care option after the cancer in her lungs had increased in size during her chemo treatment.  … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – What You Need to Know About Elder Law

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Sue Salach

Click here to join me tomorrow morning for CaregiverLife Radio from 10-11am (CST) Topic : Elder Law Guest: Rick Law from Law Elder Law About Rick: “World class” is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as “being of the highest caliber in the … Continue reading →

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