Q.Can a Power of Attorney avoid the need for guardianship?

A.Yes, if the incapacitated person executed a valid General Durable or Springing Power of Attorney before becoming incapacitated that gave the attorney-in-fact ("agent") all necessary business, financial and health-related powers to act for the principal.

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