I would have your physician state that she is competent & able to make
this decision.
We have a family here who have not been close for quite a few years.
Daughter, who lives locally, has POA. Her mother has dx of dementia but
is not yet incompetent. Suddenly, long lost brother, from out of state
is requesting information about his mother. Can resident give
permission? Just a note to the file? Is there a form that is in
general use that resident (with dementia) could sign that is HIPPA
compliant? Thanks
Pat Whitcomb, RN
MDS Coordinator
Madonna Towers
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