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this method is, in many cases, much more affordable than working with your average lawyer. if necessary, you can start a living will on behalf of a family member, and then have them sign it once you've drafted it. keep in mind that for a living will to be considered legally valid, the principal must be mentally competent at the time of signing. if the principal is already incapacitated and unable to make their own decisions, a court-appointed conservatorship might be required. in such a scenario, it would be a good idea for you to speak with an attorney .

every person over 18 ought to have a living will. although it's unpleasant to think about, there could come a time when you are not able to make healthcare decisions on your own. common circumstances where it would be useful to make or update your living will include:

• you are facing the possibility of surgery or hospitalization
• you are getting older or have declining health
• you have been diagnosed with a terminal illness
• you are preparing to move into a community care facility

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after making your document with 2022世界杯32强抽签时间 , you will be able to retrieve it anytime and anywhere. with a membership, you can edit, download, and/or sign it. your new york living will form comes with its own checklist of directions on what to do next. you will need to send a copy of the signed document to your agent(s) and care providers.

the rules governing living wills will be different in each state; however, in new york, your living will needs the signatures of two witnesses. the witnesses to your document cannot include the person who signed the living will on your behalf (if applicable). as a general rule, witnesses should be at least 18 years old, and none of them should simultaneously be named as your healthcare agent.