How to document medical wishes in Alabama

In many instances, people who suffer from unexpected life-threatening diseases or injuries are unable to communicate and make decisions for themselves. Advance directives are legal, written instructions that document a person’s medical wishes should they be unable to make decisions for themselves in such situations. Advance directives may help family and friends of the patient avoid disagreements over decision-making during such a difficult time and allow doctors to provide the best medical care for the patient as they near the end of their life. (For more on advance directives, click here.)

Instructions in advance directives vary from state to state. If you reside in Alabama, you can find further information about advance directives and get started on creating one by filling this form. Please note that Alabama law requires you or your representative to sign an Advance Directive in the presence of two witnesses for it to be considered legal. These witnesses must meet certain criteria that are outlined in the form. If you have further questions about advance directives and any content within the form, we recommend that you contact your lawyer or doctor for expert advice on the matter.