
Living Will vs Advance Healthcare Directive: What’s the Difference in New Jersey?
The short answer is this: in New Jersey, “advance directive” is the umbrella term that can include both a living will and a healthcare proxy.
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The short answer is this: in New Jersey, “advance directive” is the umbrella term that can include both a living will and a healthcare proxy.

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