Living Will in Delaware
State-specific overview · Estate & Probate
Delaware allows living wills signed by you plus one witness or notary; the document can be very simple and informal.
How Delaware treats Living Will
Delaware recognizes living wills under its Health-Care Decisions Act and permits a straightforward format: your signature plus either one witness or a notary seal. You may use Delaware's statutory form or write your own in plain language. Your healthcare provider must follow your wishes unless they have a genuine moral or religious objection, in which case they must help transfer your care to another willing provider.
The general definition of Living Will
A document stating your wishes about life-sustaining medical treatment if you become unable to communicate.
A living will (also called an advance directive) is a written statement of your medical preferences if you're ever in a coma, terminal illness, or unable to speak for yourself. You can specify whether you want life support, feeding tubes, or resuscitation. Doctors and family members use it to make decisions that honor your values when you cannot.
Read the full Living Will entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Delaware.