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Beyond the Benefits: End of Life Preparedness Check

How prepared is your family for the end of life conversations that matter most?

Answer five short questions to see where your planning stands. You'll receive a preparedness snapshot and practical next steps for each area.

This is an educational self check based on your answers.

Has someone you trust heard you describe the care you would want if you became seriously ill?

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A

Yes, we've talked it through in detail

B

I've mentioned it, but not in detail

C

No, not yet

D

I'm not sure what I would want yet

Have you named a health care agent in writing, someone who can make medical decisions if you cannot?

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A

Yes, it's in writing and they know

B

I've chosen someone, but it isn't in writing

C

No

D

I'm not sure what this means

Do you have a completed advance directive or living will?

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A

Yes, and I've reviewed it in the past few years

B

Yes, but it's older or I'm not sure where it is

C

No

D

I'm not sure

Have you written down your wishes for final arrangements, such as a funeral, memorial, burial, or cremation?

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A

Yes, and my family knows where to find them

B

I've thought about it, but nothing is written

C

No

D

I'm not sure what I would want

Could someone you trust find your important documents, contacts, and wishes in an emergency?

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A

Yes, it's organized and they know where to find it

B

Some of it, but there are gaps

C

No, it isn't organized

D

I'm not sure