by karlahlswede | Nov 4, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
Alzheimer’s is an illness that steadily destroys mental functions, including memory. Alzheimer’s is the cause of most dementia cases accounting for 60-80% of the cases. The disease’s slow onset and progressive nature make it difficult for patients to...
by karlahlswede | Oct 4, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
There are many reasons to develop an end-of-life plan. Someone may want to be sure wishes are followed or avoid burdening the family with difficult decisions. In either case, it is essential to have a plan in place. The emotional stress of death can make this decision...
by karlahlswede | Sep 6, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
This article will inform several ways to encourage patients to talk with their loved ones and healthcare providers about advanced care planning. Its purpose is to help them be more effective in discussing advance care planning with their patients as a health...
by karlahlswede | Aug 7, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
If you’re a senior currently considering your future, you may already have an Advance Care Plan in place. If not, then now is the time to start thinking about it! Here are some essential things that your advance care plan should include: Living Will and Durable...
by karlahlswede | Jul 20, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
Health care advance directives are essential for planning your health care wishes. This broad topic often includes legal matters, medical power of attorney, and the instructions you provide to future caregivers about what they can or cannot do in your treatment....
by karlahlswede | Jun 21, 2022 | Advanced Care Planning, Karl Ahlswede
The three basic types of advance directives are living wills, durable power of attorney for health care, and do not resuscitate orders. The Living Wills A living will is an agreement that allows patients to specify the type of medical treatment they would prefer if...
