The best time to prepare your Advanced Medical Directive (pdf) is before a circumstance arises where one ... make health care decisions for you. For more information, visit the Code of Virginia ...

Most people plan on creating a living will, but rarely get around to actually doing it. Creating one now gives you a voice regarding how you want to be treated at the end of your life, as well as ...

An advance directive is an often overlooked part of estate planning, but it shouldn't be. This array of critical legal documents clarifies your medical care wishes should you be incapacitated.

A while ago, you talked about the importance of making an “advance directive.” I finally finished mine and put it in my safe-deposit box for security. I named my daughter as my health care agent.