Everyone feels differently when it comes to their healthcare wishes. Additionally, healthcare is something about which people often hold strong opinions. As a result, it is important to make sure your healthcare wishes are followed. To do this, you can create an advance healthcare directive. Read on to learn more about creating an advance healthcare directive in California.
What is an advance healthcare directive?
An advance health care directive is a legal document that permits an individual to establish guidelines for how he or she may want his health care to be managed in event of injury, illness, or incapacitation. You can state your wishes in this document. This process also allows a person to appoint a trusted loved one to handle these decisions if the moment presents itself.
What can be included in an advance healthcare directive?
An advance healthcare directive allows you to:
- Communicate your wishes to receive or not receive life-saving care
- Ensure decisions are made in accordance with your beliefs, principles, or religious practices
- Provide authority for loved ones to obtain medical records in emergency situations
- Set the standard for determining your incapacity
- Indicate whether the document is effective immediately or upon a finding of incapacity
- Address other health care wishes
How do I create an advance healthcare directive?
In order to create an advance healthcare directive, it is important to work with an experienced estate planning attorney. An attorney will help you create a cohesive, comprehensive, and legally sound estate plan. There is no right age to create an advance healthcare directive– be sure to reach out to an attorney with any questions.
If you have any questions or concerns about creating an advance healthcare directive, our firm is here to help. We will walk you through the process every step of the way. Reach out today to discuss your options with a skilled estate planning attorney.
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Working with an experienced estate planning attorney, such as Jaci Feldman of the Woodland Hills, California, Law Offices of Yacoba Ann Feldman, will ensure that you are taken care of when you need it most. Do not delay. Estate planning is a more urgent matter than you may think. You never know what the future holds. Contact The Law Offices of Yacoba Ann Feldman to schedule a consultation today.
