OTHER NAMES
Washington Advance Directive
Washington Advance Healthcare Directive
Washington Medical Directive
Washington Advance Medical Directive
Washington Advance Health Care Directive
What is a Washington Living Will?
A Washington Living Will is a legal document that outlines your preferences in relation to health care, such as your refusal of or request for certain medical treatments and procedures, along with the (optional) naming of a trusted agent or decision maker.
The individual making a Living Will is called the "principal," while the individuals or organizations obtaining authority to carry out the principal's wishes are called "agents." Suited for Washington residents, this Living Will is made for use in Clark County, Snohomish County, Spokane County, and in every other part of the state. Any Washington Living Will form from Rocket Lawyer can be edited to address your specific situation. Creating this essential legal document provides proof of your preferences to healthcare providers, and it will certify that your chosen agents have the authority to act in your interest when you are not able.
When to use a Washington Living Will:
- You want to specify your wishes so that it is more likely they will be carried out.
- You are facing the possibility of surgery or a hospitalization.
- You have declining health.
- You have been diagnosed with a terminal condition.