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The benefits of having a living will in Vermont

Having a living will provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones. That is why this document is an essential part of any estate plan. The purpose of a living will is to spell out your wishes regarding emergency medical care, such as whether you wish to receive life-sustaining treatment following an accident that renders you unable to speak. It gives both you and your family well-deserved peace of mind.

FindLaw’s form creates a reliable Vermont living will to protect your interests and reduce stress on your family and medical team.

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Last updated: February 01, 2022

Written by:

Linda Long, J.D.

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Reviewed by:

Tim Kelly, J.D.

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Last updated: February 01, 2022

Written by:

Linda Long, J.D.

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How it works

Create your living will in under an hour

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Create a secure account which is accessible through an easy dashboard you can access any time

Gather information

Decide who will be your health care agent/proxy, which treatments you would request or refuse and release your records

Complete your document

Answer all questions, then we’ll generate your digital documents for downloading, printing, and signing

Make it legal

Print and sign your document according to instructions. Give copies to your doctors and agent/proxy

What’s next to make my Vermont living will valid?

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Choose a health care agent

A health care agent is the person you appoint to be your medical advocate when you are unable to communicate on your own behalf. A health care agent’s job is to be aware of the provisions of your living will and to ensure that your wishes are carried out as you have stated them. Your health care agent should be trustworthy, decisive and a good advocate. This person should be steadfast and not easily influenced by the opinions of your friends and family.

You should also consider choosing an alternate agent. Your alternate agent will not have any power unless the person who has been selected as your primary agent is unable or unwilling to perform the duties you have requested.

Choose your medical treatment preferences

Having a living will allows you to make important health care decisions for yourself in advance. Imagine not being able to speak, being permanently unconscious, or not advocating for yourself. It is essential to have a living will as part of your medical records. That way you have already decided what should be done if the time comes when you are unable to speak.

The most important part of creating a living will is choosing your medical treatment preferences. Think about:

Life-prolonging acts
Admittance into a life-term care facility
Admittance into a hospice care facility
Wishes about resuscitation
Withdrawal of life support
The use of feeding tubes
The use of blood transfusions

You may want to speak with a lawyer if:

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Frequently asked questions about living wills in Vermont

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What is a living will?

A living will is a legal document created to state a patient’s medical treatment preferences in the event of their incapacity. Incapacity means that the patient is either temporarily or permanently unconscious or is unable to speak. The advantages of having a living will include removing pressure from family members during an already trying time and knowing that your medical and moral wishes will be respected. It can also help your health care team make better and faster decisions about your medical care.

What are the legal requirements to create a living will in Vermont?

In Vermont, anyone can create a living will provided:

The person who executed the living will is at least 18 years old
The person making the living will is of sound mind
The living will is signed by at least two adult witnesses

Who should have a living will?

Everyone over 18 should have a living will regardless of family status or wealth. A living will (or advance directive) is an essential legal document that speaks for you when you cannot. It is vital to make these types of decisions in case you become temporarily or permanently unconscious. You should create a living will if you are going into surgery or an extended hospital stay or going into a nursing home or long-term care facility. FindLaw’s do-it-yourself options help you create this important legal document in the comfort of your own home.

Is a living will the same as a durable power of attorney?

No, a living will and durable power of attorney are not the same things. A durable power of attorney is made to allow an agent to make general decisions about your welfare and a living will is specifically about health care during a time of incapacity. A durable power of attorney does not take the place of a living will. Your agent in your durable power of attorney will be able to take care of your financial affairs, your home, or other specific circumstances. A living will only has effect during the principal’s incapacity. A durable power of attorney may give the attorney-in-fact authority to make decisions even after the principal’s capacity is regained. If you wish to limit your agent’s control, a living will is the best way to go.

Do I need a lawyer to create a legally valid Vermont living will?

Vermont law does not require a person to hire an attorney to complete a legally valid living will. FindLaw’s forms help you create this document without the expense of hiring an attorney.

FindLaw is not a law firm, and the forms are not a substitute for the advice or services of an attorney. If you have complex family situations or would otherwise like a lawyer’s advice and review, please visit our directory to find a lawyer near you.

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