Unfortunately, we will likely encounter some form of medical issue or disability as we get older. This may interfere with our ability to make personal life decisions. Therefore, everyone needs a meaningful disability plan, including certain essential documents, to avoid causing stress on our family when they need to step in. The first is a Durable Power of Attorney with enhanced elder law powers to help with financial decisions. Next, the Healthcare Proxy is needed to have someone help make medical decisions for you. Further, the Advanced Medical Directives provide direction for what you want to happen if incapacitated. Finally, a HIPPA authorization, a Living Will or D.N.R., a Spoonfed Directive, and a MOLST/POLST are critical to have in place to help with various medical issues that may arise. For example, this could be your family needing a second opinion or whether you want the medical personnel to resuscitate you or let you pass on when the time comes. With the use of these documents and the careful choosing of someone you trust to put the language in these documents into action, any health issues you may encounter will be handled with ease for you and your family. Watch my YouTube video “Importance of Elder Law planning” to learn more.