Advance Directives: “What’s Your PLAN, Estes Park?”

Give your family and yourself the best gift you can give; ensure that your end-of-life wishes are communicated to those who need to know.

Two conversation bubbles surrounded by several question marks. Written in the conversation bubbles: "What's your plan? Estes Park"

By having a plan for your end-of-life care, you can rest more assured that your wishes will be carried out—and know that your loved ones will have an easier time later. Without a written plan, there is far less certainty. Life can take sudden turns, and everyone 18 or over should consider planning their advance directives.

The Library can help connect you with a specialist who will discuss your options, and when you’re ready, help you complete the necessary documents to file for your end-of-life care. These appointments are free of charge. Click the button below to set up an appointment.

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Here are some resources to help you get started:

Advance Directive Kits are available for 3-week checkout, and include a helpful book, DVD, and sample forms
Learn more at the Larimer Advance Care Planning website
Read or listen to this 2014 NPR piece about La Crosse, Wisconsin, where medical ethicist Bud Hammes trained nurses at his hospital to talk to patients about advance care planning. At the time the article was written, 96% of people who died in La Crosse had an advance directive or similar documentation.

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“What’s Your Plan, Estes Park?” was originally made possible through a partnership with the Larimer Advance Care Planning team and REACH (Rural Estes Alliance for Community Health). REACH members included the Estes Park Medical Group, Timberline Clinic, Salud Family Health Center, and the Good Samaritan Village of Estes Park.