living will and will

[dsufk730]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? WA

Sorry if this is a dumb question, can I write up one will that includes living will? I have a will written and notarized, but I would like to add the living will. Do i write up another new will or what?

 

[tranquility]

That would not be the proper place for it. One is for when you're dead and the other is for when you are living. No one would look to your will to see your end-of-life treatment desires.

Better than a living will would be a health care power of attorney. It solves some additional problems (what happens if you are incapacitated) and you can accomplish what you need to do.

Don't forget a durable power of attorney also, in case you need someone to take care of your funds if you are incapacitated.

 

[dsufk730]

That would not be the proper place for it. One is for when you're dead and the other is for when you are living. No one would look to your will to see your end-of-life treatment desires.

Better than a living will would be a health care power of attorney. It solves some additional problems (what happens if you are incapacitated) and you can accomplish what you need to do.

Don't forget a durable power of attorney also, in case you need someone to take care of your funds if you are incapacitated.

Thanks for the quick reply. That shows how much I know...
Do I need to pay someone to setup a durable power of attorney or I can just buy a form from OfficeDepot?

 

[tranquility]

Many states have a statutory form, so I don't see why not.

However, there are a lot of things to think about in filling one out. An attorney may be well worth it if you value your time and want to make sure you accomplish all you need and want.