No one likes to think about worst-case scenarios, particularly when it comes to their future health problems, and what could happen in the event they are unable to make their own health care decisions ...

An advance directive is a legally binding document regulated by state laws. Advance directives are subject to The Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA), 1990, a federal law that encourages individuals ...

Dear Savvy Senior: All this horrible coronavirus carnage got me thinking about my own end-of-life decisions if I were to get sick. Can you recommend some good resources that can help me create a ...

Based on several studies, almost 37% of adults in America had completed advance directives for end-of-life care. If you wonder what an advance directive is, it is a legal document that layouts the ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a significant loss of life, often far sooner than individuals and families expected for their loved ones. This past year has raised conversations on health ...

An advance directive is a way to tell your loved ones and doctors your wishes if something happens and you can’t speak for yourself. A directive can include the type and extent of your medical care.

Typically, the KERA Health Checkup looks at subjects about maintaining your health. But in connection with National Healthcare Decisions Day, we look at advance planning for terminal illness. Sam ...

While it's important to be prepared when it comes to personal health, preparing for every potential illness or medical crisis is impossible. But, sharing your preferences regarding care options and ...

What happens when a health emergency strikes us and we are unable to communicate our intentions for care? Through advanced health directives, New Hampshire adults have several lawyer-free options to ...

Over the past few years, I’ve been taking care of future planning documentation to help make things easier for my adult children when I am no longer able. I have completed a will, financial and legal ...