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Guardian/POA

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Paige26

Junior Member
What is the name of your state? New Jersey

Two years ago my brother appointed himself & his wife POA for out mother. He died one month ago. I am in the process of obtaining Guardianship.

Does Guardianship trump POA?
 


BlondiePB

Senior Member
What is the name of your state? New Jersey

Two years ago my brother appointed himself & his wife POA for out mother. He died one month ago. I am in the process of obtaining Guardianship.

Does Guardianship trump POA?
No one can appoint themselves to be a POA. How did they do this? :confused:

Yes, guardianship trumps POA. However, the guardian is not automatically able to make health care decisions. The court order has to include the guardian being the Health Care Surrogate/Proxy.
 

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