What legal document do I need to give another person other than my husband the right to make choices abour my heath and burial?
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What legal document do I need to give another person other than my husband the right to make choices abour my heath and burial?
Asked on August 5, 2012 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
Mark Siegel / Law Office of Mark A. Siegel
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
In NY, by completing a Health Care Proxy, you can appoint a person you trust to make health care decisions for you, if you lose the ability to do so. You can obtain a free Health Care Proxy form & information from the NYS Dept of Health website. A free form can also be obtained on the NYS Bar Association website.
Your funeral and burial instructions can be stated in a properly drafted will that is prepared, signed & witnessed in accordance with the requirements of NY law.
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