Q: What are my options when aging parent living alone refuses medical attention
A: This is a difficult question to answer without knowing more information. Is the aging parent competent? Does the parent have a POA for health care? Is this a serious situation where the parent is not competent, there is no POA and you want to pursue guardianship? Does this situation rise to the level of self-neglect? You should contact experienced counsel and explore which options are appropriate and available.
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A: One possible option is to petition the court for guardianship.- if there is not a properly executed power of attorney.
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