A living will is another name for an advance health care directive. It allows you to give instructions about the care and treatment you want to receive in the event of an injury or illness that leaves you incapacitated. It may be unpleasant to think about the prospect...
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Advance Health Care Directives
What all goes into a DNR order?
A Do Not Resuscitate order may seem like a grim subject, but for many it can be a great tool of control in later years. Should the worst happen, medical professionals will avoid saving your life at every cost, respect your wishes, and allow nature to take its course....
Frequently asked questions about advance care planning
Advance care planning is a topic that should concern everyone, but it is especially important for elderly people. In the event you suffer from an injury or illness that leaves you incapable of making health care decisions on your own, an advance health care directive...
What is a power of attorney?
Many people assume that estate planning is only for after your death, but that is not the case. A good estate plan will also account for what would happen if you were to suffer an illness or injury that made it impossible for you to communicate your wishes. Having a...
What is an advance healthcare directive?
An advance healthcare directive is an important part of an overall estate plan. It serves an important purpose estate planners should be aware of and they should also ensure all of their questions about an advance healthcare directive, and including one in their...
The value of having an advance health care directive
Planning for end-of-life is important to consider and can provide valuable peace of mind for the estate planner and their loved ones and family. Drafting an advance health care directive that reflects the wishes of the estate planner is useful, and understanding what...
What medical decisions can my health care agent make for me?
Regardless of your age or health status, it can be smart to use a health care proxy to appoint an alternate decision-maker. The purpose of naming an alternate decision-maker, called a health care agent, is to control who makes medical decisions on your behalf when you...
Advance health care directives recognized in New York
As many of our readers know, advance health care directives are legal documents meant to ensure that a person's wishes are fulfilled even when they are unable to make an independent decision due to advanced age or poor health. Three types of advance heath care...
How to choose your health care agent
It can be hard to know who to trust in this life. When it comes to your health and healthcare, figuring out who to trust can become even more difficult. This means choosing a health care agent may be one of the most challenging decisions of your life. Your health care...
Estate planning documents relating to health care often vital
Medical attention is often necessary in various situations when a person's health is in question. As individuals age, they may become more aware of the fact that they could one day need extended care due to incapacitation or in the event of a possibly terminal...