06/02/2026
đ Sending a child off to college or adulthood is a massive milestone. But thereâs one legal shift most parents donât realize happens the exact day their child turns 18.
Once they hit legal adulthood, you no longer have automatic access to their medical or financial informationâeven in an emergency. If they are away at school and get sick or injured, doctors cannot legally share details with you without proper documentation.
Itâs not the most glamorous graduation gift, but securing these three essential documents is the best way to protect them as they take their next steps:
1ď¸âŁ Health Care Power of Attorney
2ď¸âŁ HIPAA Authorization
3ď¸âŁ Financial Power of Attorney
Letâs make sure your young adult is fully protected before they head out on their own.
đ Click the link in our bio or drop a comment below to learn how we can help you get these essential protections in place!