What Is a Living Will and Why Is It Important?
A Living Will, also known as an Advance Directive, is a legal document that lets you express your healthcare preferences in advance — before a situation arises where you cannot speak for yourself.
Through a Living Will, you can outline important decisions such as:
- Whether you want life-prolonging treatments
- Your wishes regarding resuscitation, ventilation, or feeding tubes
- Preferences about organ donation or comfort care measures
Having a Living Will protects your family from having to guess what you would have wanted during a difficult and emotional time. It also ensures that healthcare providers respect your values and choices.
Without a Living Will, decisions about your care may be made by others under stressful circumstances — possibly in ways that don’t align with your wishes.
At Endorse Me, we can assist you in preparing a clear, legally compliant Living Will, giving you peace of mind for the future.