Advance Directive

Understand the purpose and parts of this legal document and how to create your own.

This advance directive form is an official document where you can write down your preferences for your health care. If someday you can't make health care decisions for yourself anymore, this advance directive can help guide the people who will make decisions for you. © Veterans Affairs Health System

Understand the emotional, financial and legal advantages of creating this important document.

Understand why you should legally appoint someone to make medical decisions for you, if you should ever be unable to communicate them yourself.

Understand what a living will is, and hear some common questions you should consider while creating your own.

Watch these common tips for making sure your advance directive is accessible to those who might need it, and how to update it as often as you wish.