FIVE WISHES: An Advanced Directive with Heart

Many of us have put off completing an Advanced Directive because the decisions we are asked to make felt too emotional or too confusing. This session of Before I Die series creates a supportive environment in which we will be encouraged to address these obstacles.

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https://la.shambhala.org/program-details/?id=807164

Many things in life are out of our hands. The Five Wishes document gives us a way to have some control over how we are treated if we get seriously ill. It is an easy-to-complete form that lets us say exactly what we want. Once it is filled out and properly signed it is valid under the law of most states— including California.

Called “the living will with heart,” Five Wishes is a comprehensive, person-centered advance care planning program that offers an easy-to-use approach to having effective and compassionate conversations.

The Five Wishes are:
1. My Healthcare Advocate
2. My Treatment Wishes
3. How Comfortable I Want to Be
4. How I Want People to Treat Me
5. What I Want My Loved Ones to Know

There will be a short video introduction to the Five Wishes document followed by ample time to contemplate each of the wishes and then share our thoughts.

LEARN MORE OR REGISTER AT
https://la.shambhala.org/program-details/?id=807164