Sep
despite good prognosis she has put her self a nursing home and cut off contact and is probably refusing treatments can i stop this i have poa
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You need to contact someone this day!
I do not know that laws - but I’m thinking since you’ve POA you can.
HUGS!!!!!!!!
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Do you really think she isnt sound of mind or are you upset that she choose quality over quanity?
POA only does anything when the person is legally not competent. If she is conscious, you will have to take her to court to have her declared incompetent. (and btw, unless you’ve the original copy, she can destroy it, or make a new one over riding the one you have)
Why cant you just respect your mom's decision? Did you stop to think the reason why she has broken contact is because she doesnt want you trying to force her into treatment she doesnt want?
Bottom line is this is her decision, its her life, and its her body. Having been through cancer treatment, I respect anyone who chooses not to pursue treatment. You should as well.
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First off, are you 100% sure that she is NOT sound of mind? I would have two physicians (one of her own that she has had for some time and another doctor) determine that.
If she’s not (in both of their opinions) then you can use your Power of Attorney.
If they agree that she’s sound in mind, then you need to respect her decision for her life and not what you want.
Some people don’t want treatments, and that is their right. I know that won't be easy for you, but this is about her and what she wants… not you.
I wish both her and you well.
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I feel so bad for both you and your mom. Since her prognosis is good, maybe you should try to use your POA. I have terminal cancer and I know my daughter and husband want me here for the long run, no matter how hard it is on me. My frame of mind can change with the wind. The doctor upped my amount of chemo, and it has been so hard. So I know how your mom feels. But I have the ability to see how you feel too. If you can actually be there for her to help her each and every day and take care of her, than go for it. I wish you both the best. Take care.
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yes you’ve poa and you have every right to demand treatment for her if she is not of sound mind, just make sure that the treatments would help her and not make her worse
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poa allows you to do anything - you can direct her care - this was probably the main reason she gave you poa. good luck.