What is a Living Will and Do I Need One?
While it’s never pleasant to think about our own end-of-life situation, the end of life is a fact of life. And most of us don’t want to burden our loved ones with difficult decisions we could have made for ourselves. Being able to set out our own wishes for these moments is one of the critical purposes of having a living will. Are you legally required to have a living will in California? No. Should everyone have one? Yes! Why Does it Matter? There are many reasons that everyone should have a living will: It gives you control of what you want when you aren’t able to voice it. It gives guidance to your healthcare providers in critical life and death matters. It offers guidance and clarity to your loved ones. It…