[Hairball]

As I am getting up there in age, I have been thinking more and more about the inevitable, and I have had to sign a few forms lately asking for an emergency contact. I have just put my doctors name down.

What does a person do when they have no one that can provide info or know your wishes?

Obviously if a person has family or close friends this is not a big deal but for me this is, and I am curious what others do as well.

[Thunder Bow]

Your doctors name is as good as any.

[kecanoe]

Do you have a will? If so then the attorney or executor.

Other ideas maybe a neighbor (especially if you have pets that would need care) even if you don't really know them.
Landlord?

And in the meantime, write down your wishes.

Your local hospital will keep a copy of your advance directive which can spell out the care you want if you are incapacitated.

[googley]

There are a couple of different things to think about. Are you wanting someone to tell doctors what you want if you are not able to speak for yourself? If so you might want to look into a living will or power of attorney. Are you wanting someone to be contacted in the case that you are incapacitated? Do you have any friends who you would want to be contacted? If not a friend a religious/spiritual leader? You should figure out what you want for this person to be able to do for you. Checking with a lawyer about what the legal options you have would be a good idea to find out what would fit your situation and needs best.