| 1. |
Will:
A statement which provides instruction
regarding the distribution of your
assets, the payment of your debts,
and the custody of your children.
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| 2. |
Living
Trust:
An immediately effective legal instrument
which houses your assets and provides
instruction for distribution of
those assets after your death. This
document has the advantages of planning
for future incapacity of the creator
as well as keeping the details of
beneficiaries and assets private.
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| 3. |
Health
Care Power of Attorney:
The legal document which grants
named agents the power and authority
to make health care decisions on
your behalf should you become incapacitated.
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| 4. |
Living
Will:
A statement which provides you the
opportunity to outline your intent
and desires regarding end-of-life
decisions including what should
be done in the event of terminal
illness and a persistent vegetative
state.
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| 5. |
Durable
Financial Power of Attorney:
The legal document which grants
named agents the power and authority
to handle your financial affairs
should you be unable to make those
decisions yourself.
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| 6. |
Anatomical
Gift Designation:
A statement of your intent and wishes
regarding possible organ donation.
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