Get Illinois State Approved Advance Directive - Compassion & Choices

Filling out the Illinois State Approved Advance Directive is a crucial step in ensuring your healthcare preferences are honored. This guide will provide you with clear and supportive instructions to complete the form online, enabling you to express your wishes regarding medical treatment and appoint an agent for healthcare decisions.

Follow the steps to complete your Advance Directive online.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the document and open it in your chosen editing application.
2. Begin by filling in the date at the top of the form, indicating when you are completing the directive.
3. Provide your full name and address in the designated fields to identify yourself as the principal.
4. Choose the person you wish to appoint as your agent by filling out their name and address in the appropriate sections. This agent will have the authority to make healthcare decisions on your behalf.
5. Clearly outline any limitations or special rules you want to apply to the powers of your agent, including instructions related to life-sustaining treatments.
6. Indicate your preferences regarding life-sustaining treatments by initialing one of the statements provided in the form. Ensure you only initial one option.
7. Complete the section regarding the effective date of your power of attorney, if you wish to specify a future date or event that triggers its validity.
8. If applicable, provide details for any successor agents to be appointed in case your initial agent is unable to serve.
9. Decide whether you want your agent to be nominated as your guardian if one needs to be appointed, and fill in the necessary details.
10. Sign and date the form in the designated area to affirm your understanding and acceptance of the outlined powers.
11. Have a witness sign the form, confirming that they saw you sign or acknowledge your signature and are not entitled to any part of your estate.
12. Review the completed form for accuracy. You may now save your changes, download it for your records, print copies, or share it with your healthcare providers.

Take control of your healthcare decisions by completing your Advance Directive online today.