Caregiver Power of Attorney

This Caregiver Power of Attorney is granted by [YOUR NAME], hereinafter referred to as the "Principal", to [AGENT'S NAME], hereinafter referred to as the "Agent", to handle financial matters related to the Principal's care, including but not limited to paying bills, managing assets, and accessing government benefits.

I. AUTHORITY GRANTED

1. Financial Management: The Agent is authorized to manage the Principal's

finances, including but not limited to:

• Paying bills and expenses related to the Principal's care, such as medical, utility, and insurance premiums.

• Depositing and withdrawing funds from the Principal's bank accounts to cover necessary expenses.

• Managing investments, stocks, bonds, and other assets owned by the Principal.

2. Accessing Government Benefits: The Agent is authorized to:

• Apply for, receive, and manage any government benefits or entitlements available to the Principal, including Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.

• Submit necessary documentation and communicate with government agencies on behalf of the Principal to ensure timely receipt of benefits.

3. Asset Management: The Agent is authorized to:

• Purchase, sell, or otherwise manage the Principal's real estate properties, vehicles, and personal belongings as deemed necessary for the Principal's care and well-being.

• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and provide periodic reports to the Principal or other authorized parties upon request.

4. Financial Planning: The Agent is authorized to:

• Consult with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to develop and implement financial plans that meet the Principal's current and future care needs.

• Make decisions regarding investments, retirement planning, and estate planning following the Principal's best interests and stated preferences.

5. Legal Representation: The Agent is authorized to:

• Engage in legal proceedings, negotiations, and transactions on behalf of the Principal related to financial matters, including but not limited to contracts, agreements, and disputes.

• Retain legal counsel and sign legal documents as necessary to protect the Principal's financial interests.

II. TERM

This Power of Attorney shall become effective immediately upon the execution of this document and will continue to be in effect until [DATE].

III. REVOCATION

I reserve the right to revoke this power of attorney by written notification to the Agent at any time.

IV. SIGNATURES

In Witness Whereof, the Principal has executed this Caregiver Power of Attorney on [Date].

[YOUR NAME][Principal]

[DATE]

[AGENT'S NAME]

[DATE]

---

Witness Acknowledgement

We, the undersigned witnesses, hereby acknowledge that the above-named Principal has signed this Power of Attorney in our presence on the date stated above.

[WITNESS NAME][WITNESS 1]

[DATE]

[WITNESS NAME][WITNESS 2]

[DATE]

---

Notary Acknowledgement

On this            day of               in the year                , before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, personally appeared [YOUR NAME], known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

Witness my hand and official seal.

[NOTARY PUBLIC NAME]

[DATE]

Power of Attorney Templates @ Template.net