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Advance Directives

Where can I find copies of advance directive documents?

Standard forms for a Living Will and Designation of Health Care Surrogate are available online at www.myfloridalegal.com, along with additional information on advance directives and end-of-life planning. Keep in mind that each state may have its own advance directive forms and it is best to use those for your state of residence.

Five Wishes is a unique living will document that, not only addresses your choice for a health care surrogate and the kind of medical treatment you want or don't want, but also offers you an opportunity to express your personal, emotional and spiritual wishes. Written in language that is easy to understand, Five Wishes can help you think through and talk about what you want for yourself at the end of life, both with loved ones and with your doctor. The document was created by Aging With Dignity, a nonprofit organization that works to promote better care for people at the end of life.

Community Hospice provides copies of Five Wishes at no charge to members of our community who live in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau and St. Johns counties. To request a free copy of the “Five Wishes” booklet, which is available in multiple languages and written in simple language to walk you through this process—email or call Community Hospice at 904.407.7024. When contacting us, please give your name, address and language preference.

Electronic versions of Five Wishes are not available.  If you live in other counties and would like to order Five Wishes, please visit www.agingwithdignity.org or call 1.888.5.WISHES.

The above information on advance directives is provided as a courtesy and should not be relied upon as legal advice. There are statutory provisions that address and set forth specific requirements for each of the advance directives listed above that are not discussed in this general information. You should consult an attorney regarding such requirements and any questions you may have regarding your legal rights and responsibilities.

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More in this section:

• What are advance directives and why do I need them?
• Where can I find copies of advance directive documents?
• What do I need to consider when choosing a health care surrogate?
• What steps should I take to complete my advance directives?

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