- Dec 20, 2017
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Advance Care Planning (ACP)

Updated: Nov 27, 2023

Every adult has the right to decide what medical care they think is best for them. Planning for your healthcare ahead of time allows others to honor your healthcare choices if you are unable to speak for yourself. Advance Care Planning (ACP) lets you choose someone to be your spokesperson (who can speak for you when you cannot) and tell healthcare providers what to do for your medical care.

Download the flyer below to learn more about ACP, facilitators, patient advocates, and advance directives.

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