If my daughter had power of attorney to manage my affairs when I was in a nursing care, how can I take it back & do it myself?

Under RCW 11.94.043 the Power of attorney is in effect until terminated by you as Principal, your guardian or court order. Assuming you are competent, you should revoke it in writing delivered to your daughter and everyone involved in your financial business. Under RCW 11.94.090 you may petition the court to require your daughter to account for her performance as your attorney in fact. Your daughter should understand also that if she has financially exploited you this conduct could disqualify her as a beneficiary of your estate under the modified "slayer" statute found in Chapter 11.84 RCW. If you are of diminished or diminishing capacity, you might consult with Adult Protective Services.

Assuming you have the capacity to do so, yes you can revoke the POA. However it also sounds like you may have a cause of action against your daughter for not managing things properly so I would strongly advise you to go so see an attorney to take some or all of these steps properly.

The Power of Attorney should have a provision to withdraw authorization to act on your behalf. If the Power of Attorney was filed with the Recorder's Office, you will need to file to have the Power of Attorney withdrawn. Otherwise follow the provision to withdraw authorization. Generally, this is done by a writing to your daughter. Most Power of Attorneys have a provision to have your Attorney-in-fact report their activity on a regular basis. Hopefully this was followed. If you are correct that she handled your financial affairs poorly or selfserving, then you may have recourse to recover your money. has a listing of estate planning and elder law attorneys that can assist you. Most offer free initial consultation. Good luck.