Most people delay preparing a Living Will, assuming it's something they can deal with later. Unfortunately, later often arrives sooner than expected and without a plan, critical medical decisions fall to overwhelmed family members. A Living Will — sometimes called an Advance Directive — is your written statement of medical preferences if you're unable to communicate. Under Chapter 765, Florida Statutes, it gives doctors and loved ones specific instructions about life-prolonging procedures.
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