Is a living will the same as a DNR?

No. A living will covers a broader set of treatment choices, while a DNR specifically tells providers not to perform CPR if your heart or breathing stops.

Do I need a lawyer to make a living will in Arizona?

No. Many people use the statutory form or Attorney General packet, although legal advice can help if family dynamics or medical issues are complex.

Can my family override my living will?

Usually no. Arizona providers are generally expected to follow your living will unless a court orders otherwise.

Where should I keep my living will?

Keep the original in an accessible place and give copies to your healthcare agent, physicians, and likely treatment facilities. Do not hide it in a safe-deposit box.

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Arizona Living Will: How to Put Your Healthcare Wishes in Writing

A living will tells Arizona healthcare providers what life-sustaining treatment you do or do not want if you become terminally ill or permanently unconscious and cannot communicate your wishes.

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Arizona living wills are governed by A.R.S. §§ 36-3261 through 36-3262. The document works best when paired with a healthcare power of attorney so your written wishes and your chosen decision-maker support each other.

Key facts about Arizona living wills

A living will applies when you have a terminal condition or permanent unconsciousness and cannot communicate your own decisions.
You can accept or refuse treatments such as tube feeding, ventilation, dialysis, CPR, transfusions, antibiotics, and other life-sustaining care.
Arizona law provides a sample form, and notarization is recommended even though the statute focuses on witness requirements.
You may revoke a living will by destroying it, signing a written revocation, or telling your healthcare provider that you revoke it.

How to create an Arizona living will

List the treatments you care about most — Think through CPR, artificial nutrition and hydration, ventilation, dialysis, antibiotics, and other end-of-life choices you want recorded clearly.
Use a valid Arizona form or template — Arizona law includes a sample form, and the Attorney General offers a Life Care Planning packet that can help you start with the required language.
Sign with a qualified witness — Arizona requires your signature and at least one adult witness who is not your healthcare agent, provider, or certain facility staff.
Share copies where they will matter — Give copies to your healthcare agent, doctors, likely hospital, and trusted family members so the document can be found in an emergency.

Preguntas frecuentes

Is a living will the same as a DNR? — No. A living will covers a broader set of treatment choices, while a DNR specifically tells providers not to perform CPR if your heart or breathing stops.
Do I need a lawyer to make a living will in Arizona? — No. Many people use the statutory form or Attorney General packet, although legal advice can help if family dynamics or medical issues are complex.
Can my family override my living will? — Usually no. Arizona providers are generally expected to follow your living will unless a court orders otherwise.
Where should I keep my living will? — Keep the original in an accessible place and give copies to your healthcare agent, physicians, and likely treatment facilities. Do not hide it in a safe-deposit box.

Siguientes enlaces útiles

Arizona power of attorney — Understand the broader agency document that may accompany a living will.
Arizona medical power of attorney — Pair a living will with a healthcare agent who can speak for you when questions arise.
Arizona DNR form — Compare the separate medical order used to stop CPR in emergencies.
Free legal help — Find Arizona legal-help resources if you need advice about advance directives.

Fuentes

Arizona living will statutes, A.R.S. §§ 36-3261 through 36-3262.
Healthcare directive statutes, A.R.S. § 36-3221 et seq.
Arizona Attorney General Life Care Planning packet.