Powers of Attorney

A Specific Power of Attorney gives the person you designate as your agent the authority to make only certain decisions for a defined and limited purpose.

A Medical Power of Attorney allows you to name a person you trust as the agent who is authorized to make medical decisions for you when your doctor determines that you are unable to make your own treatment decisions. It is effective only during the period of your incapacity. If you regain the ability to make decisions, your agent automatically loses the power to make medical decisions on your behalf.

A Durable Power of Attorney gives the person named as your agent the power to make decisions about your property or finances when you are unable to do so. It does not authorize the agent to make medical or treatment decisions for you.