Illinois Uniform Anatomical Gift Act Donation
What is this form?
This Uniform Anatomical Gift Act Donation form allows an individual to specify the body parts and organs they wish to donate upon their death. This legal document is essential for ensuring that your donation preferences are honored in accordance with state laws. Unlike similar forms, this document requires specific witnessing and notarization to be valid, ensuring a reputable and lawful process for anatomical gifts.
Key parts of this document
- Identification of the donor and the intended recipient for the anatomical gift.
- Specification of the body parts and organs to be donated.
- Witness signature section, including requirements for disinterested witnesses.
- Notary acknowledgment to validate the form.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when an individual wishes to donate their body parts or organs after death, particularly when they want to ensure their wishes are clearly documented. It is applicable during estate planning, healthcare discussions, or if you are addressing advanced healthcare directives. Completing this form helps avoid confusion and provides clarity to family and medical professionals regarding your donation preferences.
Intended users of this form
- Individuals who are at least 18 years old and of sound mind.
- Anyone wishing to make a defined anatomical gift upon their death.
- People involved in estate planning or healthcare decision-making processes.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify yourself as the donor, providing your full name and contact information.
- Specify the body parts and organs you wish to donate using clear language.
- Ensure that at least two witnesses are present when signing the document.
- Have the form notarized to confirm authenticity and compliance with legal standards.
- Provide copies of the signed and notarized form to your healthcare provider and family members.
Is notarization required?
Notarization is generally not required for this form. However, certain states or situations might demand it. You can complete notarization online through US Legal Forms, powered by Notarize, using a verified video call available anytime.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Not having the form witnessed correctly; at least one witness must be disinterested.
- Failing to notarize the document, making it potentially invalid.
- Leaving sections blank, especially regarding the specification of intended donations.
Summary of main points
- This form documents your wishes for anatomical donations and must be completed with specific legal requirements.
- Witness signatures and notarization are crucial for ensuring the validity of the form.
- Correct execution of the form helps avoid misunderstandings regarding your donation preferences in the future.
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Science Care obtains any pending authorizations, death certificate information and medical social history needed to process the donation. Science Care files the death certificate in the county of passing. Your loved ones are responsible for purchasing certified copies of the death certificate directly from the county.
One reason for this is the belief that body donation can be expensive. On the contrary, there are no direct costs for donating your body to science. In fact, it can even save you and your family from paying steep funeral costs.
Any person wishing to donate their body can make prior arrangements with the local medical college, hospital, or an NGO, before death. Individuals may request a consent form from a medical institution or an NGO, who will then give information about policies and procedures followed after the potential donor is deceased.
Body donation procedure A health care representative from the hospital, medical facility or hospice organization where the death occurs should contact Mayo Clinic's donor program coordinator. The coordinator will review acceptance protocol to determine if the donation can be accepted.
The potential donor has an infectious or contagious disease (such as HIV/AIDS, hepatitis B or hepatitis C, or prion diseases). The next of kin objects to the donation of the body. The body is not acceptable for anatomical study (extremely emaciated or extremely obese).
One reason for this is the belief that body donation can be expensive. On the contrary, there are no direct costs for donating your body to science. In fact, it can even save you and your family from paying steep funeral costs.
The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA) has been revised in 2006 to permit the use of life support systems at or near death for the purpose of maximizing procurement opportunities of organs medically suitable for transplantation.
Body donation procedure A health care representative from the hospital, medical facility or hospice organization where the death occurs should contact Mayo Clinic's donor program coordinator. The coordinator will review acceptance protocol to determine if the donation can be accepted.
Either download the AGA donation form or contact the AGA at (312) 733-5283 for a copy of the form. Complete the form. Review the educational material. Share the decision to donate with family, loved ones, next of kin and/or estate executor. Carry the donor card.
