OTHER NAMES
Kansas Advance Directive
Kansas Advance Healthcare Directive
Kansas Medical Directive
Kansas Advance Medical Directive
Kansas Advance Health Care Directive
What is a Kansas Living Will?
A Kansas Living Will is a legal document that outlines your wishes related to medical care, such as your refusal of or request for a specific medical treatment, in addition to the (optional) selection of a chosen decision maker or "agent."
The person making a Living Will is called the "principal," and the people or entities receiving permission to carry out the principal's wishes are called "agents." Suited for Kansas residents, this free Living Will can be used in Shawnee County, Johnson County, Sedgwick County, and in all other regions in the state. Any Kansas Living Will form from Rocket Lawyer can be customized to address your specific situation. As a result of having this essential document, your healthcare providers will have a point of reference for your decisions, and your representative(s) will be able to provide verification that they have the authority to make choices for you when you are not able.
When to use a Kansas Living Will:
- You want to appoint someone to make medical decisions for you in case you're unable to.
- You're drafting a complete estate plan and want to include information on end-of-life healthcare treatments.