Advance Healthcare Directives

Learn about advance healthcare directives and how they protect your medical wishes when you can't communicate them yourself. Explore key benefits for families.

What happens if I don't have an advance healthcare directive?

Without an advance healthcare directive, family members or healthcare providers may need to make medical decisions for you without knowing your preferences. This can lead to family disagreements and decisions that don't align with your values. Having these documents in place helps ensure your medical wishes are known and can be followed.