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District of Columbia Advance Directive
District of Columbia Advance Healthcare Directive
District of Columbia Medical Directive
District of Columbia Advance Medical Directive
District of Columbia Advance Health Care Directive
What is a District of Columbia Living Will?
A District of Columbia Living Will is a legal document that sets forth your wishes regarding health care, such as your refusal or acceptance of medical treatment, along with the optional appointment of a trusted decision maker or "agent."
The individual making a Living Will is called the "principal," while the people or entities gaining permission to carry out the principal's wishes are called "agents." Suitable for DC residents, our free Living Will can be used throughout the district. Any District of Columbia Living Will form from Rocket Lawyer can be personalized to address your particular situation. With this legal document on hand, your healthcare providers will have a point of reference for your decisions, and your agent(s) will be able to provide verification that they have been authorized to act in your interest.
When to use a District of Columbia Living Will:
- You're preparing to draft a complete estate plan.
- YYou'd like to protect your family and get some reassurance that your end-of-life treatment wishes will be granted.