A living will is part of an advance directive and is completely different from a last will and testament. A Will is a document that outlines your wishes regarding the distribution of your estate after you’ve passed. A living will is a legal document that informs doctors, family, and friends how you feel about medical…
Read MoreAlthough distressing, talking about what happens before and after we pass away is a necessary conversation. Living wills and advance directives are both legal instructions regarding how we want to be treated medically in case we are unable to make those health care decisions ourselves. They also cover how our assets will be dispersed, how…
Read MoreAdvance care planning is not just just for the elderly or ill. People of any age can be faced with a medical crisis from disease or an accident that could leave you unable to communicate or make your own health care wishes.It’s the unknown that makes planning for healthcare decisions in the future an important…
Read MoreAdvance Care Planning is Even More Important if You Have Had a Stroke Stroke survivors have weathered one storm, but statistics say that they will likely face more illness. According to the American Heart Association, 25% of the nearly 800,000 Americans who suffered from a stroke in a year are survivors of a previous stroke.…
Read MoreAn advance directive is a document that lets others know your preferences for health care should you ever be unable to make those decisions yourself. In the advance directive you can appoint someone you trust to make the decisions for you, too. That person is your health care agent. Advance Directives Simplified End-of-life preparation can…
Read MoreDNR stands for “Do Not Resuscitate.” It is a medical order that tells health care providers and emergency medical personnel to not try to restart the patient’s heart using CPR if the patient stops breathing. The DNR order is only about CPR, and has nothing to do with other medical procedures or treatments. CPR treatments…
Read MoreMost people are reluctant to strike up a conversation about death. It’s an uncomfortable topic, but sometimes, it is a necessary topic. If you want to make sure your loved ones understand your thoughts and wishes for your care at the end of your life, you need to talk about it. Here are some helpful…
Read MoreCreate Your End-of-Life Planning Checklist Planning for the end of your life can be very important to your loved ones. They will experience peace of mind knowing they are doing things the way you want them done. Your careful preparation will also make certain things easier when your time comes. At My Living Wishes, we…
Read MorePlanning for the end of your life is your way of expressing your wishes in the event that you are unable to express them at the end of your life. No one is forcing you to create end of life documents. They are your way of taking the decision-making burden off your loved ones. The…
Read MorePlanning for the end of your life is never easy. It’s a sensitive topic for you and for your loved ones. That’s why My Living Wishes helps you prepare with discretion and gentleness. We give you the tools and assistance you need to make your wishes known concerning the events that occur at the end…
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