Advance care planning

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Forms for Wisconsin residents (only complete one type of POA-HC)

Learn more about advance care planning through this recorded workshop.

Attend a free workshop to learn how to create your advance directive

Free workshop to create your advance directive

What factors should I consider when choosing a health care agent?

What does my health care agent need to know about my health care wishes?

If my spouse is automatically my decision-maker, do I need a POA-HC?

Do my health care agents have to be present to complete the POA-HC?

When does the health care agent’s authority become effective and what are their responsibilities?

What if I don’t have a health care agent?

Making changes to your Power of Attorney for Health Care (POA-HC)

What if I don’t have a Power of Attorney for Health Care (POA-HC)?

Are state-specific POA-HC forms valid in other states?

At UW Health, we respect you and want to honor your health care wishes. Advance care planning is a free service that involves discussing and preparing for future health care decisions if you are ever unable to speak for yourself. 

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