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I will add i took a death and dying course as i completed a certificate in Gerontology. It covered many religions and personal beliefs on the end-of-life questions. Most of us sign forms before surgeries to ask who we want to speak for us if we become unable to speak for ourselves. I was required to write my own obituary in my class. It was matter of fact in its context and realistic as to planning is good as once you heal and abilities lessen. If any family rituals are present, your family is free to make choices if nothing is written down and notarized.
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I just want to add that I have known many family members who have agonized over having to make those decisions. A health Care Directive might make it easier for them. However, I've known children that dehydrated and starved their mother to death because she had a DNR. To me that means Do Not Resuscitate or use Extreme Measures. You need to specify what it means.
Additionally, I have known a few family members who made selfish decisions to enrich themselves, going against the wishes of the deceased loved one. Many times, this included going against legal documents when they were named as executor. Giving heirs copies of all documents might make your decisions easier for everyone involved.
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@katgob Writing your own obituary is good. Any form of faith is also good and often reassuring. But, don’t forget the practical. Long term care insurance is the best insurance anyone can buy and is worth the cost. It’s even more important than life insurance. Also, a living will and durable power of attorney is necessary and should not be overlooked.