Advance Directive

36 Articles

Advance care directives are essential for everyone. This guide explains why, what they include, and how they protect dignity, ensuring wishes are honored during medical decisions.

Children’s medical IDs save lives. Learn essentials to include and how to coordinate with schools, ensuring staff and responders have instant access to critical information during emergencies.

Medical directives can be confusing. This guide compares DNR, DNACPR, and POLST in plain language, showing families what each means, when they apply, and how to ensure wishes are respected in care decisions.

Tax time doesn’t have to be stressful. Learn how to build an annual file system for AU & UK families. Organize documents, receipts, and records with proven routines that reduce stress and ensure compliance every year.

Bereavement support payments and grants in AU & UK can ease financial strain after loss. This guide explains eligibility, application steps, and how families can access funds quickly to protect stability during grief.

QR medical IDs and engraved bracelets both save lives. Learn which works better by comparing accessibility, durability, and privacy, helping families choose the safest option for emergencies.

From November 2025, aged care providers must prove that every resident’s preferences are known, current and clinically actionable. Evaheld is Australia’s leading digital Advance Care Planning platform, enabling co-authored directives, real-time review alerts, audit-ready governance, version history and instant emergency access. Designed to exceed the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards — not just comply with them.

Witnessing requirements vary across AU states and UK rules. This guide explains differences, risks, and best practices to ensure documents are valid, respected, and legally binding.

Will templates in AU & UK can be risky. This guide explains what’s valid, what’s not, and how to avoid pitfalls. Learn safe practices to protect assets, honor wishes, and prevent disputes.

Living wills and advance directives differ in scope. This guide explains key differences, when each applies, and how families can use them to protect dignity and clarity.

Time capsule apps help families preserve memories. Explore the best tools in AU & UK with features that keep stories, photos, and milestones secure, accessible, and meaningful for decades to come.

Palliative care in AU & UK can be complex. This guide explains options, rights, and support systems, helping families navigate care with dignity, clarity, and compassion.