As we navigate life's journey, we must consider how we want to be cared for during our final days. End-of-life planning allows you to document your wishes for medical and palliative care, ensuring that your preferences are honored when you're unable to communicate them. 

Here are some key points to consider: 

Advance Directives: These legal documents, including living wills and healthcare proxies, outline your preferences for medical treatment if you are unable to make decisions for yourself. 

Palliative Care: This specialized medical care focuses on relieving pain and managing symptoms for patients with serious illnesses. By including preferences for this, you can ensure that you receive the support you need to maintain comfort and quality of life. 

Communication with Loved Ones: It is crucial to discuss your end-of-life wishes with your family and loved ones. Open and honest communication can help alleviate potential conflicts and ensure that everyone understands your preferences. 

Regular Review: It's essential to review and update your end-of-life documents regularly, especially after significant life events or changes in health. This ensures that your wishes remain current. By engaging in end-of-life planning and documenting your wishes for medical care, you can have peace of mind knowing that your voice will be heard and your preferences respected during challenging times. 

The Knights of Columbus can help you plan for what you want to leave behind when you are gone and help you plan for long term care should the need arise. If you have been wanting to know more about what the Knights offer, give me a call. And remember, it is better to have purchased your coverage 10 years too early, than one minute too late. Give me a call and let me know how I can help you best.

Ryan M. Janak

832-693-3160

Ryan.Janak@kofc.org