What should be done with the Enduring Power of Attorney (medical treatment) form when it is completed?
Enduring powers of attorney are not registered in Victoria. The donor should keep the original in a safe place along with other important personal documents and tell family or close friends where these are kept. The donor should give a certified copy to their agent and to anyone else who may need to be involved, such as their doctor. The donor could also carry a card in their purse or wallet that has the details of their agent.
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