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Making Health Care Decisions | Start The Conversation | Your Right Under The Law
What Are Advance Directives? | Artificial Nutrition & Hydration

Start the Conversation
Research has shown us that Americans are clear about what they want when it comes to end of life care. They want to remain at home with control of their treatment options, effective pain and symptom management; along with supportive services that aide with personal, spiritual, and emotional care.

So why don’t more Americans receive this type of care? Their choice(s) are unknown to those that are caring for them. In some instances, we are reluctant to think, much less talk about the care we would want at the end of life and that robs one of the chance to choose.

In our culture, we don’t discuss death or dying. It is a topic that should have an emphasis in our lives, just as birth and life do. We can create a change if we simply begin the conversation with those closest to us. Letting them know what we would or would not want if we can no longer make decisions does not have to be a drawn out conversation. It may be one of the most important conversations you ever have and we can help you get started.

If you would like help with getting started, please contact our Community Relations Department at 301-791-6360.

We hope this information is helpful to you and realize that we may not have been able to answer all of your questions. Please do not hesitate to ask. It is an important issue, and it is your right.

For more information about Maryland Advance Directives.

• Maryland Attorney General’s Website
• EMS DNR (Emergency Medical Services Do Not Resuscitate Form)
• Advance Directive Workbook