When Robert, a 91-year old Army veteran, needed to update his will, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services and the IL Armed Forces Legal Aid Network came to his aid.

While updating his will, Crystal, a CVLS attorney learned that Robert had a Power of Attorney for healthcare that was stored at the VA Medical Center – in a building locked because of COVID-19.

Crystal then helped draft a new POA for both healthcare and property so that they would be easily accessible in the event of an emergency. Robert, Crystal, and two witnesses were present—six feet apart—for the signing – all wearing masks and using their own disposable pens!

If you know a veteran or active duty military member in need of legal help during this crisis, tell them to contact IL-AFLAN at 1-855-452-3526.