Ask the person to choose you as their agent
Confirm the person has legal capacity to sign
Use a valid power of attorney form for your jurisdiction
Specify whether it is durable, limited, or general
Complete the form with the required details
Sign the form in the required manner
Have the form notarized if required
Have witnesses sign if required
Keep copies of the signed document
Provide copies to banks, doctors, and other relevant parties
If the person cannot sign, consult an attorney about guardianship or conservatorship
If the person is incapacitated, seek court approval if required by law