Legal Question in Elder Law in Louisiana

My father gave his youngest daughter power of attorney and signed over everything he owned to her a couple of years ago. I'm not sure of his mental competence at the time but wouldn't be able to prove anything. A couple of months ago, he ended up in the hospital and is now in a nursing home. I live in MA and they are in Louisiana. She has not allowed my sister and me to listed for release of information. Is there anything we can do? Also he has been there for almost a month without anyone from Louisiana visiting him and she has not brought him his dentures, his glasses, his hearing aids or any clothes. Can this be considered neglect?. Would this warrant changing the power of attorney. The nursing home has not been able to reach her by phone since he has been there. His daughter keeps a full voice mail so that no one can leave her a message. I am very worried about him and would like to do something to help the situation. Is there anything?


Asked on 10/14/10, 11:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas Mandie Seale Lucas

You need to get an attorney who can practice in Louisiana. You certainly could have the power of attorney changed if it is shown she is not acting in his best interests. You can interdict him, if you feel that he is unable to care for himself or his affairs or both. This will nullify the power of attorney. You can contact the Governor's Office of Elder Affairs-Elder Protection Services at : P.O. Box 61, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-0061

out-of-state, call 1-(225)-342-9722

It is certainly abuse to not supply him with his things and to isolate him.

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Answered on 10/19/10, 1:20 pm


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