Advance Medical Directives

Advance Medical Directives are legal documents that allow individuals to outline their healthcare preferences in case they become unable to communicate them later, often due to illness or injury. They can include a Living Will, which specifies the types of medical treatment one desires or does not want at the end of life, and a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare, which designates someone to make medical decisions on their behalf. These directives ensure that a person's wishes are respected and can relieve loved ones from making difficult choices during stressful times.