How to document medical wishes in Connecticut

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 Connecticut, you can find further information about advance directives and get started on creating one by filling out this form. It is important to note that for advance directives to be made legal in Connecticut, it must be signed in the presence of two qualified adult witnesses. Another way to legalize the advance directives is by having your witness complete the optional Witness Affidavit at the end of the form in the presence of a public notary or other public official authorized to administer oaths. More information on the criteria for having witnesses can be found in the form. If you have further questions about advance directives and any content within the Connecticut Advance Directive form, we recommend that you contact your lawyer or doctor for expert advice on the matter.