By outlining preferences in legally valid forms, you preserve control over your medical care and ease the burden on relatives. Thoughtful planning can minimize disputes, speed up hospital decisions, and ensure care aligns with beliefs even when you cannot speak.
Clear directives minimize disputes and protect patient autonomy.
Our firm combines thoughtful planning with clear communication, helping you secure durable, compliant documents that reflect your values and protect your loved ones.
Our team assists with periodic updates as goals or health changes occur.
An advance directive is a written document that states your medical preferences and designates someone to speak for you if you cannot communicate. It may also designate a health care agent to act on your behalf. It helps ensure your choices guide care even when you cannot express them.
Anyone who wants to outline preferred treatments and ensure these wishes are respected should consider a Living Will. People facing health uncertainties, those with families, or individuals with strong beliefs about end‑of‑life care may benefit from clear documentation.
A Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care appoints a trusted person to act on your behalf when you cannot. It works with an advance directive to provide ongoing decision making while maintaining your values.
A Health Care Proxy is the person you name to make medical decisions for you when you are unable to speak for yourself. They follow your directions and collaborate with your medical team to deliver consistent care.
Yes. North Carolina recognizes advance directives, living wills, and durable powers of attorney when properly executed. Our firm ensures documents meet state requirements and are properly witnessed or notarized.
Review directives after major health changes, new treatments, or life events. Annual checks are wise to confirm that preferences remain current.
Yes. You can revise directives as goals or health status change. We assist with amendments, ensuring copies are updated and distributed to all relevant parties.
Document updates keep your agent informed and ensure your preferences continue to guide care. We help you adjust and re‑distribute documents to new providers.
Store originals in a secure location and provide copies to your doctor, hospital, and agent. Maintain digital backups in a password‑protected file for quick access.
Costs vary with complexity and documents needed. We offer clear pricing and consider long‑term value. A comprehensive plan often saves time and reduces stress during medical events.
