Everything seems to be going perfectly until, on the way home, she’s in an accident. Next thing she knows, she is in an ambulance fading in and out of consciousness.
As a parent, do you know what will happen if she becomes unconscious and cannot tell the attending physician about her medical history, her allergies, or other facts pertinent to her health? Who is going to take care of her? Who is going to talk to the insurance company on her behalf?
Emergencies can happen at any moment. If you want to alleviate uncertainty around your newly adult child, set up legal documents such as a Power of Attorney and a Healthcare Power of Attorney once your family member turns 18. A Living Will also provides direction to the medical staff and you regarding her wishes during this type of situation.
An attorney can advise you and your family on the necessity of these documents. For more information, check out our pages on the Healthcare Power of Attorney, Power of Attorney, and Living Will.