In Massachusetts and other states a better alternative is a durable power of attorney for health care.

What is a durable power of attorney for health care?

When does a durable power of attorney for health care take effect?

Who can complete a durable power of attorney for health care?

How are the living will and durable power of attorney for health care implemented?

What are some other differences between the durable power of attorney for health care and the living will?

People need to plan for both with a will and a durable power of attorney.

Q. Why do people need a durable power of attorney?

In writing a durable power of attorney, a person may specify how decisions are to be made.

It is important to write a living will and a durable power of attorney.