The Difference Between Powers of Attorney and Guardianships

What is the difference between Powers of Attorney and Guardianships?

As we age, decision-making about money or health care can get harder as physical or mental conditions change.  If a person loses the capacity to make big decisions, powers of attorney or guardianships provide different ways to plan for making important choices on a person’s behalf.  Understanding the differences between them can help make sure a senior or disabled person and their property are well taken care of as they get...