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Statutory Durable Power of Attorney -- This is the form promulgated by the Texas Legislature for designating an agent empowered to take certain actions regarding your property. downloadable Word document |
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Statutory Durable Power of Attorney with Informational Disclosure as modified by Glenn M. Karisch -- This is not the basic statutory form. Rather, it contains an informational disclosure and changes to the statutory form developed by Glenn M. Karisch of Barnes & Karisch, P. C. Use at your own risk. downloadable Word document |
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Medical Power of Attorney with Required Disclosure Statement -- This is the form promulgated by the Texas Legislature for designating an agent to make medical decisions for you. downloadable Word document
In addition to Medical Power of Attorney and any directive, it is a good idea to make sure that you are listed on your loved ones' medical records, through their signing of a HIPAA release form (Health Insurance Portability Act), which gives health professionals permission to talk to anyone other than the patient regarding medical-related issues. HIPAA General Release Form
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Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates -- This is the form promulgated by the Texas Legislature for indicating your wishes in the event you are unable to make your own decisions and do not want extraordinary measures taken to keep you alive. downloadable Word document |
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Declaration of Guardian in the Event of Later Incapacity or Need of Guardian -- This is the form promulgated by the Texas Legislature for designating who you want to be your guardian (not guardian of your minor children -- another form is used for that) if you become incapacitated. downloadable Word document |
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Texas Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form - state of Texas. This is provided for your information only. An Out Of Hospital DNR Order is executed by a doctor and must be kept with the person at all times. |
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Click here to download the Texas document. PDF format. |
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Click here for forms and handbooks available from the Texas Department on Aging and Disability Services. |
