Memory Care Notary: Signing When a Parent Has Memory Loss
When a parent has dementia or Alzheimer’s, timing matters. We come to memory care at the time of day they’re most clear, and we tell you honestly if a signing can go ahead.
Home Notary Public Memory Care Notary
Quick answer
Yes. We come to memory care communities and family homes across Los Angeles County, 24/7. A diagnosis of dementia doesn’t by itself stop a notarization: at the time of signing, the resident must be able to communicate with the notary, understand what the document is and show they want to sign it. If that isn’t clear on the day, we can’t proceed, and it may be possible to come back at a better time. See notarizing for someone with dementia.
- Every notary NNA certified
- $100,000+ E&O insurance per notary, plus the $15,000 state bond
- 4.9★ on Google, 115 reviews
- 400+ Google reviews across our offices
- 12,000+ documents notarized
Timing the visit
- Ask the care team when the resident is usually most alert. For many people that’s mid-morning.
- Avoid times right after medication that causes drowsiness, and avoid late afternoon if the resident tends to become confused then.
- Keep the room quiet, with only the people who need to be there.
- Let the resident hear what the document does in plain words from the person who prepared it, before we arrive.
What we look for
We talk with the resident, ask them what the document is and whether they want to sign it, and watch for signs that someone else is directing them. Notaries don’t assess medical capacity, but we do have to be satisfied on the day. If we’re not, we stop, and we’ll tell you why.
If a parent can no longer sign, an attorney can explain other options, such as a conservatorship. We can’t advise on which route to take.
Before we arrive
- Tell the front desk or nurse a notary is coming, and ask when the resident is usually most alert
- The resident’s ID: a California driver’s license or ID card or a passport, current or issued within five years. Expired? Two credible witnesses who know the resident can identify them instead
- The documents printed with every blank filled in, or emailed to us to print
- Any witnesses the document needs. We can bring witnesses for an additional fee
Care facility visits carry an added travel fee; see our Policies. Call (424) 484-9268 for the total.
Common questions
Is there a memory care notary near me?
Yes. We come to memory care communities and family homes anywhere in Los Angeles County, 24/7 by appointment, often the same day. Call (424) 484-9268 for the fastest booking.
Can someone with Alzheimer’s sign a power of attorney?
Possibly. It depends on how they are at the moment of signing: they must understand the document and want to sign it. Many people in early stages can.
What if they’re having a bad day when you arrive?
We won’t proceed if we’re not satisfied they understand. We can usually reschedule for a better time.
Families we’ve helped
★★★★★ 4.9 on Google · 115 reviews
★★★★★
“Josh was amazing and such a blessing. He came to the hospital, into the ICU and got what we needed done. On a Sunday…..within an hour. He was professional and kind. I can’t say enough, he was amazing.”
Courtney Johnston · Google review · Jan 2022
★★★★★
“Needed a notary in a hospital setting, always a delicate situation! Josh exceeded my expectations with his promptness, professionalism, knowledgeable on subject and did it in a caring, compassionate manner with respect! Thank s Josh you are first on my list for my next notary issues!”
Patrick King · Google review · Jan 2022
★★★★★
“Had a great experience working with Josh, he was able to come over same day and made the process easy and seamless to get documents notarized and apostilled.”
Robbie Page · Google review · Aug 2026
Related guides
- Dementia & Memory LossWhat the notary needs to see, how to plan it, and the options if it’s too late.
- Senior Living NotaryAssisted living, memory care, board-and-care and retirement communities.
- Power of AttorneyDurable, financial and limited POAs: notary vs. witnesses, recording and copies.
- Assisted Living NotaryAssisted and independent living, and the staff-witness rule.
Need a notary at memory care?
We come to the resident, 24/7. Call (424) 484-9268 or book online.