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Yes. Southern Elite Notary Services provides mobile notary services for nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, retirement communities, rehabilitation facilities, and other senior-care locations throughout Lafayette, Carencro, and the Acadiana area.

We come directly to the resident, making the notarization process more convenient for residents, families, and facility staff.

Yes, provided the signer meets the requirements for the particular notarization.

Living in an assisted-living facility or nursing home does not by itself prevent someone from having a document notarized. The signer must be able to participate in the notarial act, communicate their wishes, and sign voluntarily.

The signer must have sufficient understanding to knowingly and voluntarily participate in the transaction being notarized.

A notary is not a physician and does not diagnose medical conditions or make a medical determination of competency. However, a notary cannot simply proceed with a notarization when there are serious concerns about whether the signer understands what they are signing or is acting voluntarily.

The legal capacity required can also depend on the type of document or transaction. When capacity is questionable or the document involves significant legal rights, the family may need to consult a Louisiana attorney before the notarization.