NATURAL DEATH ACT DECLARATION

Previously executed Durable Powers of Attorney for Health Care and Natural Death Act Declarations remain valid.  Thus, unless your existing DPAHC has expired, you do not have to complete a new Advance Health Care Directive.  Because the new Advance Health Care Directive gives you more flexibility to state your health care desires, you may wish to complete the new form even if you previously completed a DPAHC or Natural Death Act Declaration.  At a minimum, you should review your existing DPAHC or Natural Death Act Declaration to make sure it has not expired and that it still accurately reflects your wishes.