We Can Help Give You Peace Of Mind With The Right Health Care Advance Directive

When planning for the future, making health care decisions in advance is a must. At Allen Wellman Harvey Keyes Cooley, LLP, we understand the importance of ensuring your health care wishes are respected, even if you cannot express them yourself.

That’s why we offer compassionate guidance in creating health care advance directives. Our goal is to provide peace of mind for both you and your loved ones, all while making sure your needs are respected. Contact our Greenfield office at 317-468-2355 to start discussing your options.

What Are Health Care Advance Directives?

Health care advance directives allow you to outline your preferences for medical treatment in situations where you may be unable to make decisions or express your wishes. These directives ensure that your health care decisions align with your values and desires. They also provide guidance to medical professionals and loved ones.

Indiana updated its laws around heath care advance directives, effective Jan. 1, 2023. The state authorized the use of a new form, the Advance Directive for Health Care (ADHC). This form replaces a patchwork of forms that have been used in the state previously, including:

• Living wills
• Durable power of attorney for health care
• Do not resuscitate (DNR) order
• Health care proxy

Our Greenfield health care directive lawyers can help you create an ADHC document. If you already have existing directives, your lawyer can help you update them or revoke them in accordance with current state law.

If you’re planning to move from Indiana, you might wonder about the validity of these directives in other states. Generally, most states honor advance directives from other states, but it’s wise to review and possibly update your documents to comply with specific state laws.

The Importance Of Having Health Care Advance Directives

Advance directives are crucial tools for planning your estate and future health care. More specifically, they:

• Empower you to make decisions about your medical treatment in advance
• Allow you to ease the emotional and decision-making burden on your family during difficult times
• Prevent treatments or interventions that you do not want
• Help ensure your care aligns with your personal beliefs and values

Our advanced directive estate planning attorneys can help you create comprehensive directives that truly reflect your needs and preferences. If you want to learn more about these legal instruments, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Talk To A Skilled Health Care Advance Directive Attorney Today

Health care directives can be difficult to understand at first, but we’re here to make the process easier. Call 317-468-2355 or use our online form to schedule your consultation today.