As a young adult turns 18 and heads off to college, they step into a new phase of independence and responsibility. This milestone brings exciting opportunities but also significant legal implications. As an adult, they now have sole authority over their medical, financial, and educational records, which means their parents or guardians no longer have automatic access to this important information.
In the event of an emergency, this can create significant challenges for parents or guardians to assist. By having essential legal documents in place, a young adult ensures that their parents or guardians can step in and make crucial decisions if they are unable to do so themselves. Whether it’s accessing medical information during a health crisis, managing financial matters, or handling legal issues, these documents provide the necessary legal authority to support the young adult effectively. This proactive step ensures they are protected and supported, no matter what life throws their way.
Contact Us TodayA Financial Power of Attorney allows you to manage your child's financial affairs, including bank accounts, bill payments, and other financial matters, if they are incapacitated or need assistance.
A Healthcare Power of Attorney grants you the authority to make medical decisions on behalf of your child and access their medical records, ensuring that you can act quickly and effectively in a medical emergency.
A Living Will outlines your child's wishes regarding medical treatment in situations where they are unable to communicate their preferences. This ensures that their healthcare decisions are respected and followed.
The FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) Release permits educational institutions to share your child's academic records with you, allowing you to stay informed about their academic progress and address any issues that may arise.
The HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Authorization allows healthcare providers to share your child's medical information with you, ensuring you are informed about their health status and can make timely decisions.
While parents or guardians often initiate the Power of Attorney (POA) process for their college-age children, it's essential to recognize that the young adult is the client. Here’s why this distinction is crucial and how it affects the decision-making process:
At 18, your child is legally an adult, responsible for making decisions about their financial, medical, and legal matters. It is a requirement that they are 18 to acknowledge this autonomy through the POA process.
Centering the young adult in the decision-making process empowers them and clarifies their rights and responsibilities, preparing them for independent life with necessary support.
The young adult must actively designate an agent (such as a parent or guardian) to act on their behalf. This ensures that they are fully aware of and agree with the powers they are granting.
The young adult should actively engage in POA discussions, understand the documents' implications, and feel comfortable with their decisions, fostering ownership and responsibility over their affairs.
Our streamlined process gets your documents ready to sign in no time.
At just $500, our POA package is affordable and ensures you get the necessary documents quickly.
Our POA covers all aspects of your child’s needs, from finances to healthcare.
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