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My Living Will

It is a Living Will for Advance Care Planning which consists of two parts; the Advance Statement of preferences and wishes (not legally binding; and the Advance Decision to refuse treatement (a legally binding document which must be respected).

Benefits:

  • Individual - can explore worries about end of life care; have peace of mind; plan for emergencies before they arise; and ensure no over-treatment.
  • Family - prevents conflict between siblings; saves the family anguish in a crisis; knows the family has done its best.
  • Professionals including carers, nurses, doctors and residential staff - a better knowledge of the patient; develop constructive plans; empowered to deliver better care; all staff working towards same goals; less conflict.
Address:
32 Laurier Road, Highgate, London, NW5 1SU
Area serviced:
Nationwide
Sector:
Voluntary