Statute – Powers of Attorney for Health Care (755 ILCS 45/4)

Definition – “Health care agent” means an individual at least eighteen (18) years old designated by the principal to make health care decisions of any type, including, but not limited to, anatomical gift, autopsy, or disposition of remains for and on behalf of the individual (755 ILCS 45/4-4(e-5)).

Statutory Form – 755 ILCS 45/4-10(b)

Signing Requirements – At least one (1) eligible witness who is eighteen (18) years or older must sign the document attesting to the principal’s signature (755 ILCS 45/4-5.1(a)).

Revocation – 755 ILCS 45/4-6