Death is as much a reality as birth, growth, maturity and old age. It is the one certainty of life. If the times comes when you can no longer take part in decisions for your own future, a living will stands as an expression of your wishes, while you're still of sound mind.
If the situation should arise where there is no reasonable expectation of your recovery from physical or mental disability, then you can stipulate what actions should take place to alleviate suffering and to preserve your dignity.
A Representation Agreements is a clear message to your family physician, lawyer, clergy and any medical facility in whose care you may happen to be. It can speak for you when you may be unable to.