April 16 is National Healthcare Decision Day. Does your family know your wishes?
Give your family a gift this National Healthcare Decision Day.
Many people put off creating a living will or establishing a healthcare proxy because they do not know how to have the conversation with family or friends, or feel it is an indication that they are dying. In truth, having a living will or appointing a healthcare proxy is important for ANYONE at ANY TIME that they cannot speak for themselves. Everyone over the age of 18 should have these documents in place.
While the conversation may be a difficult one to have, it is an important one. Having the conversation and setting up a living will is actually a gift. It allows your family and friends to carry out your wishes rather than having to make healthcare decisions at a difficult time. There are many resources available to help you guide the conversation with your family and to easily create these documents.
Below are some links and for more information or support in creating these documents and having these conversations, please contact us. We are here to help.