What is a Power of Attorney? A power of attorney is an instrument containing an authorization for
one to act as the agent of the principal that terminates at some point
in the future either by its terms or by operation of law such as death
of the principal or agent. These have also been called letters of attorney. 
The person appointment is usually called an Attorney-in-Fact. The person
making the power of attorney appointment is called the principal.

What are the types of Power of Attorney forms available? 
Power of Attorney forms are available as follows: Child Care, Durable,
General, or Limited/Special.

What is a Durable Power of Attorney? 
A durable power of attorney is a power of attorney that remains or
becomes effective upon the principal’s becoming incompetent or unable to
manage his or her affairs.

What is a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care? 
A durable power of attorney for health care is a power of attorney
where the principal appoints an agent to make health care decisions for
the principal and is remains effective even after the incompetence of the
principal.  It is often used as a form of advance health care directive. 
Compare this to a living will where the person states his or her wishes
in case of medical treatment.

What is a General Power of Attorney? 
A general power of attorney is a power of attorney authorizing the
agent to carry on business or an enterprise for the principal and usually
has broad powers.

What is a Special or Limited Power of Attorney? A special or limited  power of attorney is a power of attorney
authorizing the agent to carry out a particular business or transaction
for the principal.

What is a Living Will Directive? A living will directive provides instructions to your physicians and
family members regarding life prolonging treatment and artificially provided
nutrition and hydration to be provided to the grantor if he or she no longer
has the decisional capacity, a terminal condition, or becomes permanently
unconscious.

What is an anatomical gift? An anatomical gift allows the donor to designate specific body parts
and organs that he or she wishes to donate at the time of death.