Advance Decision
πΒ What is an Advance Decision?Β π
An Advance Decision, also known as a βLiving Willβ, is a legally binding document that allows you to refuse specified medical treatments in the future, should you lack the mental capacity to consent or refuse at that time.
It ensures your future care aligns with your wishes, even if you can't communicate them. π£οΈ
π₯Β Who Can Write an Advance Decision?Β π₯
- Age and Capacity: Must be 18+ and have the mental capacity to understand the consequences. ππ§
- Voluntary Decision: Made without pressure or undue influence. π€
- Specificity: Clearly specify which treatments you wish to refuse. π―
- Life-sustaining Treatments: Must be in writing, signed, and witnessed for refusals that apply even if life is at risk. βοΈ
βΒ Key Questions for the DocumentΒ β
- General Details: Name, Date of Birth, Address π
- Refusal of Treatment: Specify which treatments to refuse π«
- Circumstances of Refusal: When should the refusal apply? π
- Life-Sustaining Treatment: Specify any refusals and confirm understanding π
- Duration of the AD: Permanent or for a specified period? β³
- Views and Values: Any personal or religious beliefs? π
- Review and Updates: Last reviewed or updated? π
πΒ Additional Information NeededΒ π
- Witnesses' Details: Names, addresses, and signatures of witnesses ποΈ
- Medical Professional Consultation: Advisable to discuss with a professional π©Ί
- Additional Contacts: Family, friends, or legal representatives π¨βπ©βπ¦
- Revocation Statement: Clause revoking previous conflicting ADs π
- Date of the Document: To clarify the most recent decisions π
Cost
Β£150 - Β£250
- meet and discuss everything involved
- draw up the document
- deliver the document
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