The Durable Power of Attorney is a document which allows you to appoint a specific individual(s) to engage in certain activities such as the transfer of property, the paying of bills, and a variety of other general powers for your benefit.
The Durable Power of Attorney allows the individual(s) appointed as Attorney-in-fact to serve in that capacity even if you were to become disabled or otherwise unable to handle your financial affairs.
It is recommended that you appoint a Successor Attorney-in-fact, who would carry out the duties listed above if the individual first named was unable to carry out his or her duties for your benefit.