medical power of attorney Archives - The Law Office of Barbara E. Cashman

The Few, The Brave, Those Willing to Plan for Dementia

This is the second installment of my series. If you’re reading this post you might be one of the few people willing to talk...

Funeral planning, disposition of remains and the importance of “The Conversation”

Last Sunday I presented to a lively and engaged group at a local church on the topic of health care self-determination. This post is...

Grief, Gratitude and Meaning in Dying

Okay, maybe you were looking for an upbeat happy-faced Thanksgiving post from me? Well, I have advised clients and written in blog posts...

The Medical Power of Attorney and Medical Advocacy: Two Roles are Better than One

How can we help elders navigate the daunting medical system and help them make the best choices for their needs and values? Last week...

Capacity and Incapacity in the Health Care Context

In this second installment about capacity and incapacity, I’m looking at capacity in the health care context. To recap, the fundamental question of “how...