As you know, there are several decisions to be made when caring for a loved one.  Along with those decisions are several forms and senior care documents, which can be challenging to understand and complete properly.  This Guide defines every document; describes their purposes; and includes notes on how to fill them out, when to use them and more.  

After you review this guide, you will understand each decision and the form that goes with it.  

Select the topics on the left to review a single topic or select the link below to download a quick-print version of the guide.  

Senior Care Documents Guide - Quick Print Version

As you read the Guide, please consider us a resource for any questions that may arise.  We're here to help.

Disclaimer:  These forms, documents and checklist contain general information about commonly encountered legal issues.  This information is not legal advice.  Use of this information is not a substitute for legal advice.  HealthBridge cannot provide legal advice, and you are encouraged to consult with an attorney of your choice about these issues, if you so choose.  HealthBridge cannot provide legal referral services.  Laws affecting these common issues vary by state and are subject to interpretation by different courts.  HealthBridge strives to keep these forms and documents current; however, applicable laws may change, and HealthBridge cannot guarantee that all the information is current.  All forms and documents are provided without warranty, express or implied.  The forms, documents or checklist may not contain information pertinent to your specific circumstances.

Note:  Many of these documents are intended to be used in Texas.  If you have a need for similar documents outside of Texas, please send us an email.