Living Will
Living Will Instructions
Today, more than ever, issues concerning 'death with dignity' or the 'right to die' have received increased attention. As advances in medical and scientific techniques find new ways to maintain bodily functions, keeping the human machine alive, more people have become concerned with 'quality of life' issues, in contrast to simple continued existence.
Issues concerning the use of 'heroic measures' to sustain life, quality of life issues, are very personal and very important to consider. We recommend that you and your family discuss these issues to avoid the uncertainty that could arise at a difficult time during a serious, prolonged illness.
Today, most states have Living Will statutes specifying documents which anyone can copy and sign according to state law.
You may obtain additional information regarding your state laws, or about this issue, by contacting the Partnership for Caring at www.partnershipforcaring.org.
Today, more than ever, issues concerning 'death with dignity' or the 'right to die' have received increased attention. As advances in medical and scientific techniques find new ways to maintain bodily functions, keeping the human machine alive, more people have become concerned with 'quality of life' issues, in contrast to simple continued existence.
Issues concerning the use of 'heroic measures' to sustain life, quality of life issues, are very personal and very important to consider. We recommend that you and your family discuss these issues to avoid the uncertainty that could arise at a difficult time during a serious, prolonged illness.
Today, most states have Living Will statutes specifying documents which anyone can copy and sign according to state law.
You may obtain additional information regarding your state laws, or about this issue, by contacting the Partnership for Caring at www.partnershipforcaring.org.
