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Purpose: Health Care Decisions is a program of Hospice of the Valley devoted to educating the community about advance directives, which state individuals' wishes about their health care treatment. We urge people to think about their options, discuss their wishes with family and friends, and put their choices in writing.
Services: Our staff and volunteer speakers address community groups ranging from businesses to faith groups to civic organizations about advance care planning. The hour-long presentations are interactive, incorporating videos of families struggling with difficult decisions. We lead discussions and distribute forms for advance directives, also known as living wills. We educate health care providers and help them set up systems to honor patients' wishes. The staff also is available for consultations with families and health-care providers. Funders: Health Care Decisions is a project of Hospice of the Valley funded by the BHHS Legacy Foundation, St. Luke's Health Initiatives, local health care institutions and private donors. Need: Less than 25 percent of Americans have expressed their thoughts in writing about how they wished to be cared for at the end of life. Most people avoid the subject. We want to encourage discussion so individuals can make reasoned choices in advance, easing the stress on them and their families. For more information, to arrange a consultation or to schedule a free presentation, call (602) 222-2229 or e-mail us.
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Health Care Decisions 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014
Phone: (602) 222-2229 |