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Advance Care Planning

Advance Care Planning is a process of reflection and communication.  It is a time for you to reflect on your values and wishes, and to let people know what kind of health and personal care you would want in the future if you were unable to speak for yourself.  

It means having discussions with family and friends, especially your Substitute Decision Maker - the person who will speak for you if you cannot speak for yourself. It may also include talking with healthcare providers and financial or legal professionals.

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Brochures

To assist you and your family with conversations regarding Advance Care Planning and Substitute Decision Making we offer quick-guides in multiple languages for you to download:                       

Advance Care Planning Brochure

Substitute Decision Making Brochure

NOTE:  These quick-guides include guidelines designed to assist patients/residents and their substitute decision-makers to explore advance care planning. The quick-guides do NOT cover every option available in the applicable legislations. It is not meant to be legal advice. Some legal terminology in the statute has been described here in simpler words to make it easier to understand.