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Document your healthcare wishes and appoint someone to make medical decisions on your behalf when you cannot—serving San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.
An Advanced Healthcare Directive (also called a living will) is California's comprehensive medical directive that lets you document your healthcare preferences and designate someone to make medical decisions if you're unable to communicate or are incapacitated.
Clearly state your preferences for life-sustaining treatment, resuscitation, and end-of-life care decisions.
Choose a healthcare agent (proxy) who knows your values and will advocate for your medical preferences.
Spare your loved ones from making difficult medical decisions during emotionally challenging times.
Give doctors and hospitals clear instructions about your treatment preferences and end-of-life care.
Ensure your healthcare reflects your personal values, religious beliefs, and quality-of-life preferences.
Know that your medical care will align with your wishes even if you can't speak for yourself.
California's Advanced Healthcare Directive combines multiple documents into one comprehensive form
Designate one or more individuals to make medical decisions on your behalf when you cannot. Includes primary and alternate agents with specific powers and limitations.
Document your preferences for life-sustaining treatment if you have a terminal condition or are permanently unconscious. Decide about CPR, mechanical breathing, and artificial nutrition.
State your wishes about organ and tissue donation for transplant or medical research. This is optional but allows you to make your intentions clear.
Optional section where your primary care physician can acknowledge your directive and confirm it reflects discussions you've had about your healthcare wishes.
After completing your Advanced Healthcare Directive, provide copies to your healthcare agent, alternate agents, primary care physician, and keep a copy in an easily accessible location. Many people also register with California's Advance Healthcare Directive Registry.
Common questions about Advanced Healthcare Directives
Don't leave critical medical decisions to chance. Ensure your healthcare wishes are known and respected with a comprehensive Advanced Healthcare Directive.
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