Virginia Living Will (Healthcare Directive)

A Living Will (Healthcare Directive) outlines your healthcare preferences. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and simple to complete.

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Virginia Living Wills and Health Care Package

Ensure your medical treatment wishes are honored with this convenient package of essential legal forms.

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Common Virginia Living Will (Healthcare Directive) documents

  • Healthcare Directive — outlines medical care preferences for incapacitated individuals.
  • Advance Directive — combines medical and health care wishes in one document.
  • Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care — designates someone to make health decisions.
  • Medical Treatment Directive — specifies types of medical treatments you want or refuse.
  • Health Care Proxy — appoints an agent to make healthcare decisions on your behalf.

Similar documents: key differences

  • Living Will vs. Healthcare Directive — both outline medical wishes, often used interchangeably.
  • Advance Directive vs. Living Will — Advance Directive is a broader term that includes Living Wills.
  • Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Durable Power of Attorney — both appoint agents, but focus on different types of decisions.
  • Medical Directive vs. Advance Healthcare Directive — similar purposes, but terminology may vary by state.
  • Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order vs. Living Will — DNR specifically addresses resuscitation wishes only.

How to get started

Begin your journey towards peace of mind with these simple steps.

  • Find a template or package that suits your needs.
  • Review the document description, preview, and signing requirements.
  • Access full templates with a subscription.
  • Complete the document using the online editor.
  • Export or send your document via download, email, or mail.

FAQs

A trust may help manage assets during your lifetime and avoid probate.

Without a Living Will, decisions may be made by others based on state laws.

Review your plan every few years or after major life changes.

Beneficiary designations may override your will for specific assets.

Yes, you can appoint separate individuals for financial and health care decisions.

Glossary

  • Living Will - A document stating your medical treatment preferences.
  • Healthcare Directive - Instructions regarding your medical care when incapacitated.
  • Advance Directive - A comprehensive document that includes health care wishes.
  • Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care - Appoints someone to make health decisions on your behalf.
  • Health Care Proxy - Designates an individual to make medical decisions for you.
  • Medical Directive - Specifies your healthcare wishes in a medical context.
  • Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order - A legal order to withhold resuscitation in medical emergencies.
  • Advance Decision - A statement of preferences regarding future medical treatments.

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