Hospital and Nursing Home Notary Visits

Calm, respectful bedside notarizations for patients, residents and their families, 24 hours a day.

Bedside notarizations, day or night

When someone you love is in the hospital or a care facility, paperwork often cannot wait. We visit hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers and hospice settings across Chicagoland, 24 hours a day.

Documents families often need

Powers of attorney for property and for health care
Advance directives and related forms
Affidavits and authorization forms
Real estate and vehicle documents
Financial institution and benefits forms

Before you book, please check

The signer is awake and able to communicate. They must understand what they are signing and be able to say so.
The signer has valid ID. A current government photo ID. Hospitals often store belongings, so locate it before we arrive.
The document is complete. All blanks filled in, and not signed yet.
Witnesses are arranged. Some forms, including many powers of attorney, require a witness besides the notary. Facility staff may not be allowed to act as witnesses, so plan ahead.
The facility allows the visit. Check visiting rules and whether we need to sign in.

When we cannot notarize: if the signer is unresponsive, appears confused about the document, cannot communicate their wishes, or appears to be signing under pressure, Illinois notaries must decline. This protects the signer. If you are unsure, call us before booking and we will talk it through.

Work at a hospital or care facility? See notary services for healthcare teams.

What to expect

We check in with the facility, confirm the signer's identity, and make sure they understand and are willing to sign. We keep the visit calm, respectful and as short as possible.

Get a quote

Hospital and facility visits are quoted like any mobile notarization. Call, text or book online, and you get the full price before we start. View our pricing page.

Common questions

Can a family member sign for the patient?

Only if they have legal authority to sign, such as an existing power of attorney, and the document allows it. A notary cannot decide that. Ask an attorney if you are unsure.

Can a patient sign with a mark?

Some signers who cannot write their full name may sign with a mark, which requires witnesses. Call us before booking so we can explain what is needed.

Can you notarize a will?

Illinois wills have specific witness requirements, and a notary cannot prepare or advise on them. Talk to an attorney about wills.