Massachusetts H5644 establishes supported decision-making agreements for adults, allowing them to choose supporters for assistance in making life.
Massachusetts H5644 introduces supported decision-making agreements for adults, enabling them to select supporters to assist in making life decisions. Supporters must respect the decision-maker's values, act honestly, and maintain confidentiality. The agreement details the types of decisions the supporter will assist with, such as living arrangements, services, and medical care. Supporters cannot make decisions for the decision-maker or sign documents on their behalf.
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