What is Advance Care Planning?

A serious illness or accident doesn‘t plan ahead.

You Can.

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There are many benefits to having an Advance Directive for Healthcare in place. Peace of mind, along with confidence knowing your wishes will be followed, and your loved ones will be able to make healthcare decisions based on what you want.

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Advance care planning starts with considering your values and preferences for health care. Be sure to have conversations with your loved ones, so they know what you want. Complete the Advance Directive for Healthcare with one of our facilitators to make it legal, at no cost. Certified Facilitators talk with you to define your healthcare wishes and values. We help you complete your Advance Directive for Healthcare stress free and at no cost. Share it with your loved ones and healthcare providers.

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Wisconsin is not a next-of-kin state, which means your loved ones can not automatically decide for you. In Wisconsin, every adult, age 18 and older needs an Advance Directive for Healthcare. It is for all of us.