Over the past 20 years, Pennsylvania statutes and case law have evolved dramatically in the realm of powers of attorney and healthcare representation. However, mental health powers of attorney remain an underutilized and often-forgotten tool in helping individuals with chronic mental health conditions.
These documents can streamline mental health treatment for patients, especially those requiring recurring inpatient treatment, by appointing a trusted agent to make treatment decisions and offering providers insight into the principal’s diagnosis, care needs and treatment preferences. So why aren’t they widely used?
This program will explore the drafting, use, unique limitations, and practical considerations attending this type of power of attorney.
Presented by:
Anna Sappington, Esq., PAELA
The Law Office of Anna Sappington
Dennis C. McAndrews, Esq., PAELA
McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C.