2. TALK TOOLS

We understand that this conversation can be hard – but the best time
to have this conversation is now. Unsure where to begin? We can help:
The Conversation Project is a national grass roots movement that has partnered
with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement to improve end- of-life
care for Americans. Visit
www.theconversationproject.org for more information.
3. CHOOSE TOOLS

Now that you’ve talked about what you want, it’s time to pick
someone to speak for you if you can’t. Your healthcare agent should
be someone you trust who understands your goals, values and beliefs.
Coalition for Compassionate Care of California
Coalition for Compassionate Care of California promotes high quality compassionate
care for everyone who is seriously ill or nearing the end of life. Visit
www.coalitionccc.org for more information
4. COMPLETE TOOLS

Do it now. It’s easy to put this off, but completing your advance
directive early ensures that your wishes will be honored.
An advance directive is a document that a person completes in advance that
indicates the kind of care they would want if they were to be in an accident
or become seriously ill. In addition, an advance directive allows a person
to name an agent or surrogate that can make health care decisions on their
behalf in the event that they can’t speak for themselves.
Go to
step 4. COMPLETE section to choose from your state to view language options and download
an advance directive