What happens to credit card debt for someone in a nursing home?

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Being in a care facility does not make someone immune to creditor/collector actions. Although people in such a situation generally do not have assets that a could be subjected to creditor attachment. It would be advisable to review the person's financial status to determine if they are "judgment proof" under the laws of their state of residency. If there is a POA (that is not limited) in place, they should take on the responsibility of notifying creditors if they find it to be in the best interest of the person they represent. The person with the POA might want to consider obtaining legal advice before taking any actions.

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