What Other Things Should I Know About Wills?

A living will is really not a will at all because it doesn't provide for the disbursement of property. Instead, it allows you to state what medical treatment you would want to receive if you become terminally ill and are unable to make your own decisions.

Other Idaho Estate Planning FAQs

Q: What Is Palliative Care?
A: In recent years, many hospice care programs added "palliative care" to their names to reflect the range of care and services they provide. Hospice care and palliative … More
Q: What Is Do Not Resuscitate/Comfort One Dnr?
A: Comfort One (DNR) is a program offered by the State of Idaho Emergency Medical Services Bureau. This program gives terminally ill persons who are not hospital … More
Q: How Can I Make It Known That I Want To Donate Organs?
A: A designation can be put on your driver's license that indicates that you are willing to be a tissue and/or organ donor. This is an excellent first step. However, it … More
Q: What Is A Will?
A: Although wills can be very complicated, they are fairly simple in the grand spectrum of legal instruments. A will is essentially a legally valid document that outlines … More