Resources for ACP
Preparing people for end of life, helping them focus on their priorities and decision making is an important part of our work. The current situation is highlighting the value of starting conversations early and documenting preferences, priorities and decisions so we can support residents and families at end of life. These links will support your existing practice and help build skill and confidence in advanced care planning.
Joint statement on advance care planning. Published 30 March 2020 https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKCQC/bulletins/283e565
Advance care planning resources https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/publication/advance-care-planning-guidance-and-template/
Planning ahead resources including Advanced decisions to refuse treatment https://coronavirus.compassionindying.org.uk/making-decisions-about-treatment/how-to-refuse-treatment/
Information and resources on planning ahead https://www.dyingmatters.org/page/planning-ahead