die Vorsorgevollmacht
Translation
healthcare power of attorney, advance directive, living will
Examples
Ohne Vorsorgevollmachten können Ärzte nicht entscheiden.
Without healthcare powers of attorney, doctors cannot decide.
Sie hat mehrere Vorsorgevollmachten für ihre Eltern.
She has several healthcare powers of attorney for her parents.
Grammar Patterns
eine Vorsorgevollmacht ((erstellen/erteilen)) to create/grant a power of attorney She has created a power of attorney.
eine Vorsorgevollmacht ((haben)) to have a power of attorney Everyone should have a power of attorney.
Similar Words
Patientenverfügung (living will)
Etymology
From 'Vorsorge' (precaution, provision) + 'Vollmacht' (power of attorney). Literally 'precautionary power of attorney'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as giving someone 'full power' (Vollmacht) as a 'precaution' (Vorsorge) for your future care.