No one wants to think about illness and death. And if you’re young and healthy, you may feel you can get away with not thinking about it. But we can't predict the future. No one can know if or when they might get sick or become mentally incapable. Planning will set you up to live well, on your own terms — from the day you really need help until the end. Learn essential information you need to know when planning for your future care.
Why you should plan
Life is unpredictable
Planning is for everyone
Planning puts you in control and helps your loved ones cope
Building blocks to understand planning
First, learn what it means to be mentally capable
Second, how the law groups decisions into four categories
Third, the key legal documents you can prepare
Learn what documents you might need
Steven
I'm not waiting for a crisis. I want to plan now for potential incapacity later.
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Amy and Janet
I'm an adult with an intellectual disability, or who has suffered a traumatic brain injury. Or I'm a caregiver of an adult in this situation.
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Sam and Lisa
I am caring for an older adult with declining cognitive ability who needs help making decisions now.
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Dolleen
I'm a capable adult, and am currently experiencing a health crisis.
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