A Living Will is a health care directive that communicates your wishes regarding end-of-life medical care. It can provide important guidance to your health care agent and medical providers if you are unable to communicate your preferences yourself. 

A Living Will may address your preferences regarding life-sustaining treatment, artificial nutrition and hydration, pain management, and other end-of-life care decisions. By documenting your wishes in advance, a Living Will can provide clarity to your loved ones and health care providers and help ensure that your preferences are understood and respected when difficult medical decisions arise.​