This is the statute that sets out who may act as surrogate decision maker
for people who are incapable of speaking for them selves. Under Washington
law next of kin, guardians and people appointed under durable powers of
attorney for health care are legally able to give consent as surrogates
This narrative was prepared for use by
Guardianship Services of Seattle staff in educating people concerned about
GSS clients .Crisis Lines Statewide
is a list of County Designated Mental Health Professionals statewide.