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General Information

Advance Directives

What are Advance Directives?

A living will, healthcare proxy and durable power of attorney - all are the legal documents that allow you to give direction to medical personnel, family and friends concerning your future care when you cannot speak for yourself. You do not need a lawyer in order to complete Advance Directives. For more information and to download Advance Directive forms, please visit:

• http://www.caringinfo.org/UserFiles/File/New_York.pdf

    Or 

• http://www.health.state.ny.us/professionals/patients/patient_rights