Living Will / Advance Directive in Michigan

Michigan Requirements

• Patient Advocate Designation is the primary advance directive document in Michigan
• Must be signed by the patient, two witnesses, and the designated patient advocate
• Witnesses cannot include the patient advocate, the patient's spouse, parent, child, grandchild, sibling, presumptive heir, physician, or health insurer
• Patient advocate's authority only activates when two physicians determine the patient cannot participate in medical decisions
• Living wills are not specifically authorized by statute but may serve as persuasive evidence of the patient's wishes

How to Complete This Form

1. 1Consider your preferences regarding life-sustaining treatment, resuscitation, and palliative care.
2. 2Obtain your state's statutory advance directive form if one is available.
3. 3Specify your wishes regarding artificial nutrition, hydration, ventilator support, and other treatments.
4. 4If your state offers a combined form, also designate a healthcare agent to make decisions on your behalf.
5. 5Sign the document in the presence of the required witnesses and/or notary public.
6. 6Provide copies to your healthcare agent, primary care physician, and hospital.
7. 7Review and update the document periodically or after major health changes.

Living Will / Advance Directive in Other States

Other Forms in Michigan