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An advance directive for healthcare is a legal document that allows you to express your wishes regarding medical treatment in case you become incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself. Here is more information on advance directives:

There are two main types of advance directives: a living will and a durable power of attorney for healthcare. A living will outlines your preferences for life-sustaining medical treatments such as resuscitation, mechanical ventilation, tube feeding, etc. A durable power of attorney for healthcare designates someone you trust to make healthcare decisions for you if you cannot make them yourself.

Advance directives allow you to maintain autonomy over your medical care even if you lose the ability to communicate your wishes. They provide guidance to your doctors and loved ones about the types of treatment you would want or not want in various medical situations. Advance directives can bring peace of mind by ensuring your values and preferences will be respected if you become incapacitated.

Do you have questions about or need assistance with a power of attorney? Please click here to email us at contact@legalandme.com.

Do you need a power of attorney form? We make a do-it-yourself power of attorney: finance power of attorney or healthcare power of attorney.