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Advance Directives and Power of Attorney

Many patients and their families have advance directives such as a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order and/or a Power of Attorney for Personal Care Decisions. These important legal documents reflect the person’s wishes about medical treatment, personal care and financial decision-making in case he or she is no longer able to make these wishes known to family members or care providers.

The Care Team needs to have up-to-date information in this regard when you are first admitted. Information regarding Power of Attorney will be obtained by the Finance Department at that time. Your situation and your wishes will then be reviewed at the Post-Admission meeting and discussed regularly during your stay. If you have any questions about advance directives and Powers of Attorney, please speak to your Registered Nurse or Social Worker.

 

 

Your Family

• Programs for Families
• Decision-Making
• Advance Directives and Power of Attorney
• Keeping Families Informed