What are living wills for estate planning?
A living will is a document signed by you that gives directions to health care providers and others regarding the care you want to receive if diagnosed by two physicians to be terminally ill or in a permanent vegetative condition. The care requested in the document can range from full life support to withholding food and water. Should you be placed in the unfortunate situation of being terminally ill or in a permanent coma, the choice of care becomes yours rather than a family member’s. Usually a living will is prepared in conjunction with a durable power of attorney.
