Legal Question in Elder Law in Pennsylvania

Power of Attorney

I am the only Power of Attorney for my aunt who has Alzheimers. I will be on a trip out of the country for two weeks. Can I designate someone who can make decisions in my place if something happens while I am out of the country? I will be in Asia without regular access to a phone. My aunt cannot execute another POA since the did the one for me before her condition was diagnosed. She is no longer able to sign anything for herself. Please advise. Thanks!


Asked on 2/21/05, 8:42 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ilene Young Young Law Offices

Re: Power of Attorney

Generally, an agent authorized by a power of attorney cannot authorize another individual to act in their stead unless the Power of Attorney document experessly authorized him or her to do so. It is important, when obtaining Powers of Attorney, that an attorney be consulted so that the power may be tailored to the precise needs of the individuals involved.

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Answered on 2/28/05, 10:15 am


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