ADVANCED HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE
ADVANCED HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE
What is an Advance Health Care Directive?
In Florida, Advance Health Care Directives are a crucial aspect of estate planning, allowing individuals to proactively address potential medical scenarios and designate decision-makers. Some individuals create advance directives following a life-threatening diagnosis, while others incorporate them into their estate planning while still in good health. At Constant Law P.A., we assist clients in drafting comprehensive Advance Health Care Directives tailored to your specific wishes and circumstances, ensuring your healthcare preferences are clearly documented and legally upheld.
Contact us today to speak with an experienced estate planning attorney. Call us at (863) 457-3253 to schedule a consultation. We assist clients throughout Hillsborough, Polk, Highlands, and Osceola counties.
What do I do with my advance directive if I decide to have one?
- If you designate a health care surrogate and an alternate surrogate be sure to ask them if they agree to take this responsibility, discuss how you would like matters handled, and give them a copy of the document.
- Make sure that your health care provider, attorney, and the significant persons in your life know that you have an advance directive and where it is located. You also may want to give them a copy.
- Set up a file where you can keep a copy of your advance directive (and other important paperwork). Some people keep original papers in a bank safety deposit box. If you do, you may want to keep copies at your house or information concerning the location of your safety deposit box.
- Keep a card or note in your purse or wallet that states that you have an advance directive and where it is located.
- If you change your advance directive, make sure your health care provider, attorney and the significant persons in your life have the latest copy.
Who should I discuss my advance directive with?
Before writing down your instructions, you should talk to those people closest to you and who are concerned about your care and feelings. Discuss them with your family, your doctor, friends and other appropriate people, such as a member of your clergy or your lawyer. These are the people who will be involved with your health care, if you are unable to make your own decisions.
You can trust Constant Law, P.A. for your Advance Health Care Directive, we guide you through the process with a focus on clarity, transparency, and attention to detail, ensuring that we clearly document and legally bind your healthcare wishes. From initial consultation to final execution, we prioritize your peace of mind, providing compassionate support every step of the way. Partner with Constant Law, P.A. for expert guidance and assurance in securing your healthcare preferences for the future.
