Creating a Care Plan

There's a saying that life comes at you fast. Disease and death, just to name a few. When that happens will you be able to advocate for your medical care? Or how to handle your finances? Would you know how to advocate for a loved one? That's why everyone needs a care plan, a document that specifies the needs and wishes of you or your loved one — financial, medical and legal.

This workshop outlines a care plan, what it should contain and who it is for. Spoiler alert: it's for everyone. A care plan ensures that even when you don't have your voice, you can still have a say in what happens to you. 

• This series’ first presentation is live and provides an introductory review of ideas, approaches and resources for caregiving conversations.   
• The second on-demand presentation organizes options relating to directives that pertain to medical wishes.  
• The third on-demand presentation offers information on legal and financial considerations.   

For guidance with our own unique caregiving experiences, each presentation will be accompanied by resources and worksheets.    

For questions, please email lifework@arizona.edu.