A Practical Check-In for Your Living Will

Thinking about future medical decisions can feel uncomfortable, but taking a little time now can bring real peace of mind. A living will lets you stay in control of your healthcare choices, even in moments when you can’t communicate them yourself. Consider this your gentle nudge to check in—whether you’re creating a living will for the first time or reviewing one you already have.

Why a Living Will Matters

A living will helps you spell out your preferences for important medical treatments. This includes choices about:

• Resuscitation and life support
• Other critical interventions that may arise in emergencies

Having these wishes documented removes uncertainty for everyone involved. It gives doctors and family members clear guidance, helping them move forward with confidence instead of guesswork.

It also eases the emotional load on the people you love. By outlining your choices ahead of time, you spare them from having to make stressful decisions without knowing what you would have wanted.

And if you don’t have a living will yet—or if yours hasn’t been updated in years—this is a great moment to revisit it. Your preferences, health, and circumstances may have changed.

Your Next Step

Take a few minutes to review your living will or start drafting one. A small investment of time now ensures your voice is clearly heard when it matters most.