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In reply to the discussion: Not sure if any of you others fit into this category. [View all]procon
(15,805 posts)31. Get your legal documents in order before you need them.
You can find these DIY legal forms on line, or you can have a lawyer help you decide what you need. At the very least you should have:
An Advance Directive, a written statement of your wishes regarding medical treatment should you be unable to communicate them to a doctor.
A Do Not Resuscitate Order allow you to die a natural death. It says you do not want cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if your heart stops beating. You can also prevent other types of medical intervention.
A Durable Power of Attorney that designates someone to act on your behalf if you are unable to act for yourself.
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I'm also in a risk group. I will fight to survive if I get the virus. Never give up.
Walleye
Mar 2020
#3
Thanks for the reminder that I need to dust off those documents and ensure up-to-date
Evolve Dammit
Mar 2020
#36
Inappropriate, but where is the "I moved on her like a bitch" 'tude now??? N/F/T
slumcamper
Mar 2020
#38