It is true that most of us will execute a will at some time in our lives but we can easily wait longer than we should. If you are old enough to vote, you are old enough to need a will. Along with a will, it is also a good idea to create a power of attorney(POA) for legal and financial matters and a health care POA so that you choose the person or persons you trust to step in if you are incapacitated. As young persons, our parents are the logical persons to designate but our needs change over time. These documents should be reviewed at least every ten years and when a life changing event occurs.
At the same time we meet with an attorney to create our wills and POA’s it is a good idea to create an Advance directive for health care that puts your desires into writing. Last week, during a conversation with a friend who happens to be an attorney, it was suggested that you be sure to include what interventions you want in the event of a traumatic event. The likelihood of recovery from trauma as opposed to disease is much better and more aggressive treatment may be to your advantage.
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