We plan for
everything. Down to the smallest detail, we plan weddings,
retirements, education, children, and careers. The one life
changing event that we don't plan for is how we would like to be
cared for at end-of-life.
What if an illness or accident leaves you in a coma? Would you want to have your life prolonged by any means, or would you want to have some treatments withheld to allow a natural death? What if you are dying from a painful, terminal illness? Would you want to receive medical procedures to prolong your life?
Anyone, young or old, can wind up hurt or sick and unable to make decisions about medical treatments. It is smart to think ahead and document your wishes.