Have you ever thought about what would happen if you were unable to make decisions about your own health care? Who would speak for you, and how would...
Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal process that allows you, the principal, to designate an individual, known as your “agent,” to manage your affairs if you cannot...
A living will and a health care proxy, which both fall under the umbrella term “advance healthcare directive,” sound like they cover the same situations, but there are...
In New York State when a child reaches the age of 18, they are considered an adult. This means that an 18-year-old’s parents are not guaranteed to have...
You may know that falls can be especially hazardous to your health. You need to make sure that you take certain steps to decrease your chances of falling....
Health documents alone cannot protect people in New York. Still, they help to put measures in place that do offer some protection. How well you choose the people...
