My Records

Make sure you discuss your wishes with your family members and close friends.

 

TYPE OF DOCUMENT	STORING GUIDELINES
Directives Concerning Minor Children	Original(s): In possession of the named guardianCopies: With your attorney
DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) Order	Original: With your physicianCopies: With the representative or agent you have designated to act on your behalf or your “next of kin” (family member designee)
Durable Power of Attorney for Financial Affairs	Duplicated Signed Originals: With you and your attorneyCopies: With your appointed representative(s)
Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare	Duplicated Signed Originals: With your appointed representative and your attorneyCopies: With your primary physician, pharmacist, hospital, or nursing home.
Living Will	Duplicated Signed Originals: With your assigned representative and your attorneyCopies: N/A
Out-of-Hospital DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) Order	Duplicated Signed Originals: With your physician and your attorney
Revocable Living Trust	Duplicated Signed Originals: In your possession or with your attorney
Will	Signed Originals: In your possession or with your attorneyCopies: In a safe place that your representative can access