Why you need a will (continued) Part of a package, but, most importantly, it's best for you to make decisions, not a judge. Living Will/ Advance Directives- take care of yourself, too. Pre-need declarations of guardian. Power of attorney- very useful. It's better for you to make decisions about what you want, rather than others making decisions for you if you're not able to express yourself. Terry Schiave Case- whole case was because she didn't have a living will and someone- a judge- had to ...