Chapter 05 · Succession & death

Durable and healthcare power of attorney Florida

Managing finances and healthcare if incapacitated.

Published 2026-04-28Last reviewed 2026-04-29Reading time ≈ 14 minAuthor CanadaFlorida Editorial Team

Direct answer · 60-second summary

The 60-second version

DPA manages finances, HDPA manages healthcare if incapacitated.

Acronyms used in this guide

DPA — Durable Power of Attorney
HDPA — Healthcare Durable Power of Attorney
HCS — Healthcare Surrogate
POA — Power of Attorney

Details

DPA manages finances, HDPA manages healthcare if incapacitated.

Editorial team

CanadaFlorida Editorial Team

Research drawn from primary public sources cited at the bottom of every guide: U.S. and Florida statutes, U.S. and Canadian federal agencies, official Florida county and state authorities, and Canadian provincial bodies where applicable.

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Sources and references

Public sources verified as of the last review date (Florida Statutes, IRS, CRA, Canada-US Treaty).

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Disclaimer

This guide is for educational purpose only. Figures, rates, thresholds, timelines and rules are drawn from public sources at the date shown and may change.

For any concrete decision, consult a Florida-licensed attorney, a cross-border tax attorney, or a Canadian lawyer or notary.