A Power of Attorney (POA) is a document that allows a person to name someone who will have the legal authority to make decisions on their behalf. The key difference between guardianship and POA is that a POA requires the person granting the authority to be of sound mind when executing the document. Guardianship, on the other hand, may be established by the court when a person is no longer capable of making decisions on their own. In many situations, guardianship may become necessary because a power of attorney was not created before a person lost the capacity to address their own needs or make their own decisions. Our lawyers can provide guidance on which option is best for your loved one, and we can ensure that the appropriate legal procedures will be followed.