Advance Care Planning

For support that helps you plan with confidence 

Thinking about future healthcare decisions isn’t always easy, but it can make a meaningful difference for you and your loved ones. Advance Care Planning helps you put your wishes in writing; choose someone you trust to speak for you, and make sure your care reflects what matters most to you.

Whether you are planning ahead for yourself or helping a loved one, we’re here to guide you, answer your questions, and help you take the next step with confidence.

What is Advance Care Planning?

Advance Care Planning helps you prepare for future medical decisions in case there comes a time when you cannot speak for yourself. It can include naming a healthcare representative, completing an Advance Directive, documenting your wishes in a living will, and understanding decisions around resuscitation and code status.

Learn About Your Options

Get clear, easy-to-understand information about the documents and decisions that can help you plan ahead.

• What Is an Advance Directive?
  Learn what an Advance Directive is, what it includes and how it helps communicate your wishes
• Living Will and Healthcare Representative
  Understand the difference between writing down your wishes and choosing someone to make decisions for you
• DNR, DNI and Code Status
  Learn what these terms mean and when they may become part of your care planning
• Connecticut Advance Care Planning Forms
  Find state-specific forms, guidance and resources to help you get started

Take the Next Step

When you’re ready, we’ll walk you through the next steps. 

• Start the Conversation 
  Learn how to talk with your family, loved ones and care team about your values and wishes
• Create Your Plan 
  Get guidance on how to fill out forms, choose a healthcare representative and document your decisions
• Support For Caregivers and Loved Ones 
  Find tools and guidance for helping someone you care about think through their options

Questions about Advance Care Planning?

Call 1.877.424.4641