Thank you for the replies. I may be in a "stale mate" position right now, I told the nursing home I am not comfortable signing the document because it implies financial responsibility. And reminded them I agreed for healthcare proxy only.  He is currently at the hospital waiting for discharge, the nursing home told me they would not accept him without the document signed. *Sigh*. I kind of blame APS, I told them upfront I am not comfortable being a guardian. :-(