An Advanced Directive is a legal valid document, which would allow you to communicate to others your preferences concerning your medical treatment in the event you could not do so on your own. A Living Will or Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care are two of the most common types of Advanced Directives. If you have an Advanced Directive you are welcome to provide us with a copy of it when you are admitted. You need to be aware that while under the care of the center, since you have elected to have the procedure performed, the Advanced Directive will not be honored. If you would like more information on Advanced Directives, please ask at the reception desk.