Washington durable power of attorney and health care directive
Washington DSHS explains that people can use powers of attorney and health care directives to choose trusted helpers and document treatment wishes.
Washington · Effective · Effective Jan 1, 2026
What it is
- What changed
- Washington maintains planning routes for durable power of attorney and health care directives so people can name trusted decision-makers and record treatment preferences.
- Why it matters
- Caregiver access and decision authority often depend on planning documents that must be completed before incapacity or care transitions.
- Who it touches
- Family caregivers, People receiving careadults planning future care, family caregivers, health care agents, older adults, disabled people
Sources
Last reviewed Jun 18, 2026. This is information, not legal advice; check the source for the current text.