Advanced Directives
One of the most important steps you can take to assure that your choices are communicated if you can no longer speak for yourself is to prepare an Advanced Directive. This allows your family and healthcare providers to know what level of care you want, under the various circumstances that may occur toward the end of your life. We have copies of the “Five Wishes” and The Idaho Physician's Orders for Scope of Treatment. The State of Idaho recognizes both of these forms or you can have an attorney draw up a completely individualized form for you.
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization has partnered with WebMD to make state-specific forms available. You can access this information at www.caringinfo.org or call 800-658-8898.
For more information, call Hospice of Eastern Idaho at (208) 529-0342. We encourage everyone, regardless of age or health status to complete an advanced directive and discuss your wishes with your family.