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Setting up a power of attorney for health care

WebA power of attorney (POA) for health care is a form that lets you choose a person to make health care decisions for you. The person you choose will then be able to make health …

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How to set up a power of attorney for healthcare

WebWrite your initials next to the X’s which mark the choices you made on each page. Sign the power of attorney for health care in front of a witness, and have the witness sign the …

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Understanding your legal medical rights for mental health

WebThis Section discusses your rights as a recipient of mental health treatment or developmental disability habilitation services. Under the MHDDA, the term "mental …

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Healthcare surrogate legal questions Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebThe Health Care Surrogate Act is an Illinois law. It enables these people to make treatment decisions for those who cannot communicate medical decisions: Specified family …

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My loved one has a serious mental illness, and I am worried he …

WebIf you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call 988. This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.For more information on …

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Your abortion rights in Illinois now that Roe is overturned

WebThere is no federal ban on abortions. However, now states can pass laws restricting or outlawing abortion. As of August 2023, 18 states ban or severely limit abortion. 8 states …

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All Kids health insurance basics Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebAll Kids is a health insurance program for children in Illinois, regardless of income, immigration status, or health condition. Learn how to apply, renew, and access benefits …

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Services that are covered by Medicaid Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebMedicaid covers certain medically necessary services for adults, including the following: Physician services. Skilled nursing care. Inpatient and outpatient hospital care. Optical …

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Getting guardianship of an adult Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebGuardianship of an adult is when a judge chooses a person to take care of another person who is 18 years old or older who can't: Manage their own property or money. There are 2 …

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Being admitted to a mental health facility in an emergency

WebIf you need immediate hospitalization to protect yourself or others from physical harm. Then, you may be admitted through the emergency certification process. Petition is filed with …

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Taking time off work for illness Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) lets you take time off work when you are sick. You must be an eligible employee with a serious health condition that prevents you from …

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Nursing home violated my rights or my contract

WebIf you believe that a nursing home has violated your rights or the terms of your contract, you may take the following actions. You do not have to do them in order. You may take more …

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Getting an outpatient commitment order Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebFill out the following documents: Petition for Involuntary Outpatient Admission. Outpatient Certificate (Psychiatrist) Outpatient Certificate (Another Clinician) You are the petitioner. …

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Dealing with hospital bills Illinois Legal Aid Online

WebIn the past several years, the way some hospitals have collected their bills has led to a lot of complaints and lawsuits. Illinois has responded by passing the Fair Patient Billing Act …

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Rules for involuntary admission hearings and discharge

WebYou are entitled to have a court hearing within 5 days after the filing of your petition. This excludes Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. The same rules described above also apply …

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Getting an involuntary admission order

WebFill out your forms. Fill out the following documents: Petition for Involuntary/Judicial Admission. Inpatient Certificate (Psychiatrist) Inpatient Certificate (Another Clinician) You …

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Can my employer fire me for being sick

WebStarting July 1, 2024, any employee working in the city of Chicago for at least 80 hours within any 120-day period will earn paid leave and sick leave hours. Once you meet the …

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What Illinois laws take effect January 1, 2024

WebThis law will take effect July 1, 2024. Learn more about your rights as a freelance worker . SB 1782: establishes protections and a private right of action for child …

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