Values & Wishes
Decisions rooted in the person
Definition
Centering care decisions on what the person values, fears, and hopes for — not just what's medically possible, but what aligns with their life and priorities.
Beyond advance directives
Legal documents are important, but values go deeper — how does this person define quality of life? What are their fears about aging and dying? What brings them joy?
Having the conversations
I help families explore these questions before crisis forces them. We talk about hard topics with care and respect — and document what we learn.
Values-driven decisions
When you know someone's values, even hard decisions become clearer. You're not guessing what they'd want — you know, and you can honor it.
Related Pathways
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Whether you're dealing with this now or planning ahead, let's have a conversation about what support would look like for you and your family.
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