Living Will.

Clarity for Loved Ones During Difficult Moments.

What Is a Living Will? 

A Living Will is a written statement that outlines your preferences for end-of-life medical care. It typically addresses situations where you are: 

  • Terminally ill 

  • Permanently unconscious 

  • Unable to communicate or make decisions 

While Massachusetts does not have a formal statute governing Living Wills, they are widely recognized by medical professionals and courts as strong evidence of your wishes. 

What Can a Living Will Include? 

A Living Will can guide your health care team and loved ones on: 

  • Whether you want life-sustaining treatments (such as ventilators or feeding tubes) 

  • Use of pain management and comfort care 

  • Decisions around resuscitation or heroic measures 

  • Organ donation preferences 

patients and doctor discussion

A living will helps avoid conflict or disagreement among family members, and it also gives your Health Care Proxy clear guidance if difficult choices arise 

Ready to Put Your Wishes in Writing?

Contact Poppy Legal Group for an estate planning consultation.