What is Living Will (Healthcare Directive)?
A Living Will (Healthcare Directive) outlines medical treatment preferences if you're unable to communicate. These documents guide healthcare decisions according to your wishes.
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Delaware Living Will (Healthcare Directive)
Living Will (Healthcare Directive) documents help specify healthcare preferences. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and straightforward to complete.
Common Delaware Living Will (Healthcare Directive) documents
- Living Will — specifies medical treatment preferences during incapacitation.
- Advance Directive — combines living will and healthcare proxy for comprehensive medical instructions.
- Healthcare Proxy — designates someone to make health decisions on your behalf.
- Medical Treatment Directive — outlines specific medical interventions you want or don't want.
- Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care — grants authority to a representative for health decisions.
- End-of-Life Directive — provides guidance on end-of-life care preferences.
Living Will (Healthcare Directive) forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Popular forms
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts effective ImmediatelyIdeal for married couples with children, this agreement helps settle property and debt issues effectively and immediately.
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Statutory Advance Health Care Directive - Health Care, Standby Guardian and Living Will ProvisionsIndicate your health care preferences and appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf in case you become unable to do so.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement for persons with no Children, no Joint Property, or Debts Effective ImmediatelyIdeal for married couples seeking immediate legal separation without children or shared property, this agreement streamlines property rights and obligations.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no Children parties may have Joint Property or Debts Effective ImmediatelyIdeal for couples without children, this document establishes immediate separation terms and property arrangements.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children no Joint Property or Debts effective ImmediatelyPerfect for spouses with minor children who need a quick separation agreement without joint property or debts.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement for persons with No Children, No Joint Property or Debts where Divorce Action FiledUse this agreement to formalize a marital separation and property settlement without children or shared debts before filing for divorce.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Adult Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts effective ImmediatelyEstablish immediate separation terms for married couples with adult children, including property division and financial responsibilities.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Minor Children no Joint Property or Debts where Divorce Action FiledEnter a legal separation agreement that outlines child custody and support arrangements, with no shared assets or debts, for couples in Delaware.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement Adult Children Parties May have Joint Property or Debts where Divorce Action FiledUse this agreement to settle property and debt division while separating, especially when divorce is imminent and both parties have adult children.
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Marital Legal Separation and Property Settlement Agreement no Children parties may have Joint Property or Debts where Divorce Action FiledEnter a legal separation agreement to settle property and debt issues when divorce proceedings are initiated, ensuring mutual understanding and legal protection.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Living Will vs. Healthcare Directive — often used interchangeably, though 'healthcare directive' can encompass more documents.
- Advance Directive vs. Living Will — advance directive includes living wills and healthcare proxies, while living will focuses on treatment preferences.
- Healthcare Proxy vs. Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care — healthcare proxy specifically addresses health decisions, while durable power of attorney may cover broader powers.
- Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order vs. Living Will — a DNR is a specific request not to have CPR, while a living will details broader health wishes.
Key legal points
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Living Wills clarify your medical preferences when you cannot communicate.
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Healthcare proxies appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf.
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Advance directives combine living wills and healthcare proxies for comprehensive planning.
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Not all states require notarization or witnesses for these documents.
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Living Wills can be revoked or updated anytime as your wishes change.
How to get started
Begin your planning with these simple steps.
- Find a template or package that fits your situation.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Get full access with a subscription.
- Complete it in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature (Premium).
FAQs
A trust can help manage assets and avoid probate, while a will distributes them after death.
Without documents, decisions may default to state laws, which may not reflect your wishes.
Review your plan regularly, especially after major life events like marriage or divorce.
Beneficiary designations on accounts can override will instructions; ensure they align with your overall plan.
Yes, you can designate separate individuals for financial and healthcare decisions in your documents.
Glossary
- Living Will - A document stating medical treatment preferences if incapacitated.
- Healthcare Proxy - A person authorized to make healthcare decisions on your behalf.
- Advance Directive - Combines living wills and healthcare proxies into one document.
- Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care - Legal authority granted for healthcare decisions.
- Do Not Resuscitate Order (DNR) - A request not to receive CPR in case of cardiac arrest.
- End-of-Life Directive - Instructions for medical treatment at the end of life.
- Medical Treatment Directive - Specifies desired medical treatments and interventions.
- Advance Healthcare Directive - Another term for a document detailing healthcare preferences.