Advance health care directives are legal documents that outline a person’s preferences for medical treatment in case they are unable to communicate those decisions themselves. These directives not ...

Do you know how you want to be cared for if you are too sick or injured to speak for yourself?

An advance directive for the state where you live may not be effective in another state. Some states have provisions that respect out-of-state directives as long as they conform to the requirements of ...

You never know when a health crisis can happen. It could be a car accident or a sudden serious illness. In an emergency, you might end up in a situation where you are unable to speak for yourself.

Dear Liz: There is a lot of dysfunction and drama in my family so in my will, I’ve named a friend to be my executor. But I don’t think she’s the best person for my advance healthcare directive. She’s ...

As National Nurses Week comes to an end, one advocate is explaining the importance of nurses when discussing advance care ...

This year marks a decade since Community First Hawaii brought together a dedicated team of passionate volunteers to offer free Advance Health Care Directive workshops across the Big Island — and in ...

An advance healthcare directive is a type of legal document that allows you to state your wishes regarding future medical care. You can appoint someone – often a trusted friend or family member – to ...

The number of older adults with cognitive impairment is increasing, and such adults often require a surrogate to make decisions about health care. However, little is known about the aggressiveness of ...

Community First Hawaii will hold three free advance health care directive (AHCD) workshops, two in Kona and one in Waimea. On Sunday, Sept. 15, Rev. Blayne Higa will host a workshop from 2-3:30 p.m.