Why do I need a Living Will?
A living will, also known as an advance directive, is a legal document that outlines your preferences regarding medical treatment if you become unable to make those decisions yourself. Here are some reasons why you may need a living will:
Clarify your wishes: A living will allows you to clarify your wishes regarding medical treatment and end-of-life care, such as whether you want life-sustaining treatment or not.
Ease decision-making: Your living will can provide guidance to your family members and healthcare providers about your preferences and can ease the decision-making process during difficult times.
Prevent disputes: By expressing your wishes in a living will, you can prevent potential disputes among family members who may have conflicting opinions about your medical care and treatment.
Respect for autonomy: A living will respects your autonomy and ensures that your wishes are honored even if you become unable to communicate them yourself.
Provide peace of mind: Knowing that you have a living will in place can provide you with peace of mind and relieve stress during difficult times.
It's important to discuss your wishes and preferences with your family members, appointed agent, and healthcare providers, and ensure that they understand your values and beliefs regarding medical treatment. It's also important to keep your living will up to date and communicate any changes to your family members, appointed agent, and healthcare providers.
