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Link: HEALTHCARE DECISIONS: A conversation that’s worth having

(Source: Hosparus Health) 

A conversation that’s worth having.

Life decisions are made about education, marriage, and starting a family, why not about the end of life? End of life care is not a topic many wish to discuss, but avoiding the conversation can leave loved ones unsure of what to do. Part of end of life care is Advance Care Planning, an important discussion to assure your life is handled in a way you wish.

Hosparus Health encourages you to make future healthcare decisions known to family, friends, and healthcare providers.

ADVANCE CARE PLANNING

Make your wishes known.

It always seems too early, until it’s too late. When was the last time you had a conversation with the key people in your life about what is important to you? If you were unable to make decisions because of a medical emergency, who would speak for you?

Advance care planning is making decisions about the healthcare you would want to receive if you’re facing a medical crisis. It can include the following:

• Kentucky Living Will Directive and Health Care Surrogate Designation

• Indiana Living Will

• Kentucky Emergency Medical Services — Do Not Resuscitate (EMS DNR)

• Indiana Emergency Medical Services — Do Not Resuscitate (EMS DNR)

• Kentucky Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment (MOST)

• Indiana Physician Order for Scope of Treatment (POST)

• Power of Attorney

Link: HEALTHCARE DECISIONS: A conversation that’s worth having

(Source: Hosparus Health)