Maddie was asked by her mother to assume the role of agent under her Power of Attorney, entrusting her to act on her mother's behalf and to place her mother's interests ahead of her own when the time comes. Maddie lives the closest to her mother and has proven to be both responsible and trustworthy. This did not go over well with her sister Morgan or her brother Jack. 

The person who assumes the role of Agent under a Power of Attorney (POA) is tasked with overseeing major decisions, both medical and financial. In some families, it may be obvious who the Agent under POA role should go to. It may be the oldest child, or it may be the child who lives closest, has a business mind, and understands the intimate details of the lives of the parents. Financial skills are obviously a must when it comes to who will handle the money and daily financial and legal matters. 

Most families have the best intentions when they select the person to assume the role. However, even strong bonds and loving relationships can become strained when big decisions, such as who will be the Agent, have to be made.