To do so, a person must complete the Authorization to Disclose Personal Health Information form. Once the person fills this form, they need to send it and their healthcare power of attorney back ...

A healthcare power of attorney can give the principal and proxy peace of mind. It ensures that doctors carry out a person’s medical and health wishes, even if they cannot communicate them.

My brother treats my parents like his employees, telling them what to do and how to do it. When my mom inherited money from ...

We just found out that my 75-year-old mother-in-law is a victim of an online scammer. Her cognition is clearly impaired. She has several health problems. We are getting power of attorney and ...

One of the most powerful political blocs, the Latino Caucus had to balance reining in Medi-Cal's rising costs with helping undocumented immigrants. All but four overcame their misgivings and cut their ...

How to set up a financial power of attorney Choose your agent carefully. This person should be someone you trust to make decisions in your best interest, especially if you’re incapacitated.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a budget that pares back a number of progressive priorities to close a $12 billion ...

San Francisco's largest medical center – threatens to disrupt health care for tens of thousands in the Bay Area.

California mental health support lines say they're getting more calls than ever. Several are scaling back services and laying ...

The commitment to those without legal status, compared to other unmet needs, like the homeless, is extraordinary.