HMO Guide for Seniors - Office of the Patient Advocate - State of ...
HMO Guide for Seniors - Office of the Patient Advocate - State of ...
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Questions & Answers<br />
I filled out an Advance Health<br />
Care Directive. What do I<br />
need to do now?<br />
Sign and date your directive<br />
and have two o<strong>the</strong>r people sign<br />
it. Or have a notary public<br />
witness your signature. Keep<br />
<strong>the</strong> original, signed document.<br />
Give copies to your doctor<br />
and to your health care agent.<br />
It’s scary to think <strong>of</strong> letting<br />
someone make decisions about<br />
my health. How do I choose<br />
a health care agent?<br />
Choose someone you know<br />
well and trust, like a spouse,<br />
partner, close relative, or friend.<br />
The person should know your<br />
values and beliefs and be able<br />
to act on <strong>the</strong>m. Choose a<br />
back-up person also.<br />
things you can do<br />
Make Sure O<strong>the</strong>rs Know Your Wishes<br />
Give a copy <strong>of</strong> your Advance Health Care Directive<br />
to your doctor and your health care agent.<br />
Discuss your wishes with <strong>the</strong>m. The law says<br />
that <strong>the</strong>y must follow your wishes.<br />
Talk to your family and close friends about your<br />
wishes. Tell <strong>the</strong>m where your Advance Health<br />
Care Directive is.<br />
If You Are in a Hospital or a Nursing Home<br />
Make sure your doctor and <strong>the</strong> hospital or nursing<br />
home have a copy <strong>of</strong> your Advance Health Care<br />
Directive. Make sure <strong>the</strong>y understand what care<br />
you want.<br />
where to find help<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Coalition <strong>for</strong> Compassionate Care<br />
Advance Health Care Directive <strong>for</strong>ms<br />
www.finalchoices.org<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Hospital Association<br />
Advance Health Care Directive <strong>for</strong>ms<br />
1-800-494-2001<br />
www.calhospital.org/publications<br />
Does my health care agent<br />
have control over my money?<br />
No. If you want someone to<br />
pay your bills and manage<br />
your money, talk to your<br />
bank or lawyer.