Frequently Asked Questions


1.    What happens if I don’t have an Advance Care Directive in place and I        am not able to make my own decisions?


 

 
2.    What kind of disagreements can arise about an Advance Care        Directive?
 

 

 
3.    Who can help my Substitute Decision-Makers, relatives or friends        resolve a conflict about my health, accommodation or personal issues?
 


 
 
4.    How will my voice be heard during a conflict?
 


 
 
5.    What if there is a dispute about my decision making capacity?

 


 
 
 

ANSWER:

In situations where there is conflict or doubt in relation to an Advance Care Directive, the Public Advocate can be asked to make a statement about your capacity to make a specific decision.

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