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College Readiness Package
Sending your child off to college is an exciting milestone. It is also the moment when the law begins treating them as an independent adult. Once your child reaches age eighteen, parents no longer have automatic authority to access medical records, communicate with healthcare providers, obtain certain educational information or make important decisions during an emergency. Even in situations involving illness, injury, hospitalization, travel or financial difficulties, parents may find themselves unable to help without the proper legal documents in place.
Many parents are surprised to learn that turning eighteen changes their legal rights overnight. Without proper planning:
- Hospitals may refuse to share medical information.
- Parents may be unable to assist with financial matters.
- Educational institutions may restrict access to records.
- Important decisions may be delayed during emergencies.
A small amount of planning today can prevent significant stress and uncertainty tomorrow.
The Smith Sconzert College Readiness Legal Package is designed to provide peace of mind for both students and their families by ensuring that the people your child trusts can step in when needed.
Smith Sconzert prepares each document in accordance with Louisiana law and provides personalized guidance to ensure students and parents understand the protections these documents provide.
Contact Smith Sconzert today to schedule an appointment and give your family the peace of mind that comes with proper legal planning.
What’s Included:
Healthcare Power of Attorney
Designates a trusted person to make medical decisions if your student becomes unable to communicate or make decisions independently.
HIPAA Medical Authorization
Allows parents or other designated individuals to communicate with doctors, hospitals and healthcare providers and obtain critical medical information when necessary.
Durable Financial Power of Attorney
Authorizes a trusted individual to handle banking, financial, insurance, housing and other financial matters, if circumstances require assistance.
FERPA Educational Authorization
Permits parents or designated individuals to access certain educational records protected by federal privacy laws, including academic and disciplinary information.
Living Will / Advance Healthcare Directive
Provides clear instructions regarding your student’s healthcare wishes in the event of a serious medical emergency.
