From DaveRamsey.com…..
If you’re thinking about wills, you’ll know that a last will and testament offers peace of mind because your wishes will be carried out after you pass on. But before you pass away, a living will can outline what you want to happen if the time comes when you’re still alive but can’t communicate due to a serious medical situation.
Let’s look closer at a living will—whether it’s right for you and how it’s different from a regular will, a medical power of attorney and an advance directive.