Verbal Power Of Attorney

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A verbal power of attorney is not legally binding in Colorado. Consult a lawyer about revoking it and consider seeking guardianship for your husband. Report any neglect to Adult Protective Services and contact the police if necessary.

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My husband has mental health issues and dementia. He appointed his sister virbaly to be his power of authority. He was in a nursing home in Denver ,she came and signed him out of the nursing home and took him to California after one month she decided she was not able to care for him ,and he wanted to return to Colorado so this weekend she brought him back to Denver health and dropped him off and left
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In general, a verbal power of attorney is not legally binding. In Colorado, a power of attorney must be in writing. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Have a discussion with the nursing home about the situation.
- Consult with a local lawyer about revoking the power of attorney.
- Consider seeking guardianship over your husband.
Please note, these are just suggestions and you should consult a legal professional for advice tailored to your situation.
We are in the process of a divorce thats not possible
I see, that complicates matters. In that case, consult a lawyer on how to proceed. This is crucial as your divorce process and your husband's mental health condition could impact decisions related to powers of attorney and guardianship.
So she can abandon him and thats ok
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Legally speaking, abandoning someone with dementia can be seen as neglect depending on the circumstances. Here are some steps to consider:
- Report the situation to Adult Protective Services.
- Contact the police.
- Consult with a lawyer to understand your legal options.
Remember, these are general suggestions and legal advice may differ based on your specific situation.
Thanks
You're welcome! If you have more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best with your situation.