How Should An Advance Directive Be Written And Witnessed?

Other New Jersey Estate Planning FAQs

• Q: What Are My Rights For Health Care?
  A: You have the right to: receive an understandable explanation from your doctor of your complete medical condition, expected results, benefits and risks of the treatment … More
• Q: What Happens If Im Unable To Decide About My Health Care?
  A: If you become unable to make treatment decisions, due to illness or an accident, those caring for you will need to know about your values and wishes in making … More
• Q: What Types Of Advance Directives Are Recognized In The State Of New Jersey?
  A: There are three kinds of advance directives: Proxy Directive ­ ("durable power of attorney for health care") lets you name a "health care representative," such as … More
• Q: Who Can Fill Out These Forms?
  A: You can fill out an advance directive in New Jersey if you are 18 years or older and you are able to make your own decisions. You do not need a lawyer to fill it out. … More
• Q: Who Should I Talk To About Advance Directives?
  A: You should talk to your doctor, family members, close friends, or others you trust to help you. Your doctor or a medical staff member can give you more information … More
• Q: Where Should I Keep My Advance Directive?
  A: This question should be discussed with your immediate family and/or close friends, and with your physician. The original should remain in a place that your family … More
• Q: Will My Advance Directive Be Followed?
  A: Yes. Everyone responsible for your care must respect the wishes that you have stated in your advance directive. However, if your doctor, nurse or other professional … More
• Q: Does New Jersey Recognize Advance Directives As Legally Binding Documents?
  A: Yes. In 1990, the Supreme Court of the United States confirmed that a person's rights to make choices about medical care are protected by the Bill of Rights. Under New … More
• Q: What Happens If I Regain The Ability To Make My Own Decisions?
  A: If your condition changes and you are able to make your own decisions regarding your health care and treatment, you have that power immediately. The person holding … More
• Q: What If I Change My Mind?
  A: You can change or revoke any advance directive documents at any time by informing your physician, nurses, family members or others of your decision.