Advance care directive

Key info

• An advance care directive is a document that records your values and wishes for use at a time when you cannot make or communicate those decisions yourself. This includes medical treatment you do not want to receive and the circumstances in which you refuse that treatment.
• There is a fact sheet (PDF, 80KB) with further information and options on advance care directives.
• It is recommended that you discuss health concerns and treatments with your doctor or health professional and your wishes with family, friends and enduring guardian (if you have one).
• Forms are available from Department of Health including information on planning and decisions about end of life.