What is the difference between a Will and a Health Directive?
A Will is used to distribute your property after your death. A Will does not take effect until death and can be revoked and replaced anytime up until death. A Will cannot be used to specify what type of medical treatment you want. LawDepot’s Health Care Directive includes both a Living Will and a Medical Power of Attorney. A Living Will allows you to convey your wishes regarding medical treatment when those wishes can no longer be personally communicated. A Medical Power of Attorney allows you to designate someone to make health care decisions for you when you are unable to make decisions for yourself. Neither of these documents can be used to dispose of your property.
