Health Care Proxy preparation in Rockland County & NY

Al Kaiser discussing how the power of attorney works with Rockland County clients

A health care proxy is a legal document whereby you appoint someone you trust to make health care decisions for you in the event you are unable to do so. By appointing an appropriate agent to make these decisions, you assure that your wishes pertaining to your health care will be respected.  Albert J. Kaiser, with offices in located in the heart of Rockland County, in New City,  New York can help you prepare your health care proxy.

The Benefits of Rockland County & other NY Residents appointing a health care proxy

 By executing a health care proxy, you are appointing an agent to make your health care decisions in the event you are unable to do so. It is important for you to choose who you want to appoint as your health care proxy very carefully.  You need to choose the person you are most confident will abide by your wishes and have a serious conversation with them to assure that they understand your wishes.  Most, if not everyone, agrees should you find yourself in a condition where there is no hope or chance of recovery, you would want your care limited to that which is necessary to keep you comfortable and relieve pain, including the pain resulting from the removal or denying of further treatment. This is very difficult for a loved one to do and, unless you choose the right person, you may be kept alive under circumstances where you would rather not.

Problem Rockland County residents and others avoid by preparing a health care proxy

There are three major problems that a health care proxy can help everyone avoid.  The first is being kept alive by medical science beyond the point you want.  A health care proxy will clearly state your wishes and appoint the person who you are confident  will follow those wishes. Secondly, you may not want to receive certain types of care.  If your health care directives so provide, you will not be subjected care you do not desire. Finally, a health care proxy will avoid arguments among family members as to who is to make your health care decisions and what those decisions will be.  By clearly writing your wishes and appointing a proxy, you can avoid all of these problems and insure that your wishes are fulfilled.

The preparation of a health care proxy is a very important instrument to insure that your wishes are followed regarding end of life medical care and should be part of everyone’s estate or trust planning .  If you live in Rockland County or are otherwise a resident of  NY and want to schedule a no obligation appointment to discuss a health care proxy call The Law Offices of Albert J Kaiser at 845-634-3700.