Why make a Living Will?
A living will is a legal document that expresses your wishes for medical care and end-of-life decisions in case you become unable to communicate them yourself. It is also known as an advance directive or a healthcare directive. A living will can provide you and your loved ones with many benefits, such as:
● Peace of mind. By making a living will, you can have the assurance that your preferences for medical treatment and end-of-life care will be respected and followed by your doctors and health care surrogates. You can also avoid receiving any care that you do not want or consent to, such as invasive or experimental procedures. A living will can also reduce the stress and anxiety that you and your family may experience in the event of a serious illness or injury.
● Prevention of conflict. A living will can help prevent arguments or disagreements among your family members or other parties who may have different opinions or interests regarding your medical care and end-of-life decisions. A living will can also protect you from unwanted interference or influence from others who may not have your best interests at heart.
● Reduction of burden. A living will can relieve your family and friends from the emotional and moral burden of making difficult and potentially life-changing decisions for you without knowing your wishes. A living will can also help you plan for the financial and legal aspects of your medical care and end-of-life arrangements, such as organ donation, funeral, and estate planning.
Making a living will is not only a smart and responsible choice, but also a compassionate and loving gesture to yourself and your loved ones. By creating a living will, you can ensure that your dignity, autonomy, and values are honoured and respected in the most critical moments of your life. A living will can also help you and your family cope with the challenges and uncertainties that may arise from a serious or terminal illness or injury. A living will can give you the peace of mind, prevention of conflict, and reduction of burden that you deserve.
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