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Living Will vs. Will, and Power of Attorney
What are Living Will, Will, and Power of Attorney (POA) Documents?
These are legal documents that allow your care recipient to state what they want for themselves and their estate.
Power of Attorney
When
- While your care recipient is living and needs help.
What
- Your care recipient names a friend or family member they trust to make decisions about their healthcare and finances.
Living Will
When
- While your care recipient is living, this takes effect near the very end of life.
What
- Your care recipient has instructions for their doctor and healthcare team about their wishes at the end of their life.
Will
When
After your care recipient has passed away.
What
Your care recipient states what they would like done with their estate.
Want help completing these documents?
Contact:
- Your local Area Agency on Aging
- An elder law attorney
- Your family doctor or healthcare team
Want help completing this document?
Contact an attorney. Your Area Agency on Aging may also have referrals.
