An Appointment of Enduring Guardian is a legal document which allows you to appoint another person (or persons) to make lifestyle and health care (treatment) decisions for you, should you be unable to do so yourself. The person you appoint cannot make any decisions regarding your lifestyle and health until you become incapable of making those decisions yourself.

It differs from a Power of Attorney in that the chosen attorney, as appointed in the document, can only make financial decisions for you. They have no say over your arrangement of living conditions, who is allowed to visit you, or the type of nursing or medical care you receive. Those kinds of decisions rest solely on the chosen guardian, appointed in the Appointment of Enduring Guardian.

When choosing your enduring guardian, take into account the relationship you have with the person and their willingness to follow your wishes. This person must be an adult and should have no vested financial interest in your decisions. If you want to be moved to a nursing home should you lose your faculties, this person should be happy to carry out your wishes and find suitable arrangements for you.

In the case of losing capacity, everyone needs someone they can trust to act on their behalf. Contact us to set up your Appointment of Enduring Guardian.

Would you benefit from talking to Patrick Sheridan for 10 minutes to resolve your most immediate questions? Patrick will review your situation and give you the practical advice you need right now.

The answer will help determine the best course of action for you, your family and your future.

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“A pleasurable experience, Joan did not feel rushed in any way and understood everything Patrick explained to her. Thank you” Patricia G on behalf of Joan T (March 2018)