Q: What can I do to give my husband control of my medical AND financial decisions in the state of Colorado?
Because I am medically disabled, cannot leave my home without extreme difficulty due to agoraphobia, and cannot afford an attorney?
A: What you want is a durable power of attorney, medical directive, and durable medical power of attorney. The costs are quite low. DIY forms can be a low as $20-$30 for each document (they are ok, but not great). Most attorneys offer packages. By way of comparison, I offer a simple estate package for $60 per person and a full estate package for $160 (these prices are about average). Some attorneys charge more, but no attorney should change you more than $200 or on an hourly basis. Unrelated, you should be aware that the documents should ideally be signed in front of a notary (most banks offer this service for free, but this may be a problem with your agoraphobia...). Also check to see if your medical insurance provider requires the use of their own power of attorney form (this is very, very common).
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