What is a living will?

A living will is a legal document that you create to let your family and medical professionals know what kind of medical care you want if you become unable to make those decisions on your own. This type of document is very important in Elder Law in Kansas. A living will is sometimes referred to as an advance directive, and it typically becomes legally binding when you become unable to make decisions about your health or care. You can make a living will if you are an adult and you can make decisions about your own health care. A living will typically outlines the medical treatments you do or do not want. For example, you could specify whether you want to be kept alive through artificial methods or if you want to be removed from life support should the situation arise. Other instructions in your living will could include who should have the authority to make medical decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. You must have your living will written down in order for it to be considered legally binding. You also need to have it signed and witnessed in order for it to be recognized in a court of law. It is important to periodically review and update your living will to ensure it reflects your wishes.

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