What is a living will?

A living will is a legal document that outlines a person’s wishes regarding end-of-life treatment and care. In Georgia, a living will is also known as an Advance Directive for Healthcare which gives individuals the option to specify their healthcare decisions, in the event that they are unable to make these decisions due to incapacitation or any other circumstance. These decisions include decisions related to the use of life-sustaining treatments, artificially provided nutrition or hydration, or any other medical treatment that may be given. A living will is often the only legal document that a person can use to express their wishes for end-of-life care. It can also be used to appoint someone as an agent to make decisions for them if they become unable to make decisions for themselves. The living will is an important document for anyone who wishes to have control over their healthcare decisions and ensure that their wishes are respected should they become incapacitated. In order for a living will to be valid in Georgia, it must be signed and dated by the individual and witnessed by at least two people.

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