Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Advance Directives

What Is an Advance Directive?

Plan for medical decision-making and clarify your wishes before a health crisis occurs.

An advance directive helps you make a plan for medical care while you are alive but unable to communicate your wishes.

It gives you a structured way to identify a health care representative and to express your preferences regarding serious medical situations, end-of-life care, and life-sustaining treatment.

These conversations are often difficult, but having them ahead of time can reduce confusion and conflict for family members during a crisis.

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What Is a Power of Attorney?

See how a durable power of attorney lets someone you trust manage financial matters if you cannot.

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How Can a Revocable Living Trust Help with Incapacity Planning?

A revocable trust can provide continuity in financial management if a trustee must step in.