How can I obtain power of attorney over my sister that is unable to sign?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

My sister is in a nursing home at the age of 41 she has liver damage and has dementia and she can not make decisions on her own anymore and can not take care of herself. I have been helping her and making decisions for her but need power of attorney to make every decision and to be able to help her more

ANSWER BY MARGARET CROSS-BELIVEAU:

Since your sister is no longer competent, she does not have to ability to appoint you as her agent under a durable power of attorney any more.  You will need to file for a conservatorship/guardianship in the probate court

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