For Families
Documents and contacts to gather
The paperwork families usually need before a move. Keep originals safe; share copies only with the community you choose.
- Durable power of attorney (financial)
- Health care surrogate / advance directive
- Insurance cards (keep these yourself; share only with the chosen community)
- Current medication list (from the doctor or pharmacy)
- Doctor and pharmacy contact information
- Recent physician report or form the community requires
- Income and asset information if applying for Medicaid or VA benefits
- Emergency contacts
Novita Way never needs Social Security, Medicare or insurance numbers. Give those only to the community or agency that requires them.
General information only, not medical, legal or financial advice. Programs and amounts change; confirm with the official source or a qualified professional.