Has your doctor ever mentioned the term Advance Care Planning? Most people don’t like to think about end of life for themselves or their loved ones. But it’s important to plan now, so that difficult decisions don’t have to be made during crisis moments, and so that the care you receive reflects your wishes.
Advance Care Planning just means planning ahead. It is a process of thinking about your values and your future care and making decisions now with your doctor and your loved ones that will ensure that when you approach the end of your life, you are cared for in a way that reflects your values.
Not sure where to start? These resources can help:
- Fraser Health: Advance Care Planning Resources
- BC Centre for Palliative Care: Advance Care Planning Resources
- Healthlink: Advance Care Planning Resources