A living will, also called an advanced directive, is a legal document that helps your medical providers, family, and loved ones to understand what your preferences are for medical and end-of-life care when you are incapacitated. Examples of some of these decisions include whether you want a feeding tube, ventilator, CPR, or other extraordinary medical intervention to keep you alive.

These are very personal choices that take a lot of consideration. As part of advanced healthcare planning, you might talk to your healthcare providers about your current health status to determine what you might face in your future. Also consider your family medical history that could offer clues as to what health issues you might need to prepare for. There are many variables to consider. Your choices also might change as you get older or depending on what ails you.

Your living will gives your medical care providers, family, and loved ones an invaluable resource to let them know the decisions they need to make because you are not able to do yourself. It is a gift they will greatly appreciate when the time comes.

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