Advance Elder Care Decision Making

Abstract

Advances in modern technology have resulted in increasing health care options. Unfortunately, many adults do not think about health and end-of-life decisions until they are faced with a health crisis or long-term care issues. The lack of planning has left many families devastated and overwhelmed by the decisions they face on behalf of their loved ones. Social workers and other professionals are observing family members who are ill-prepared for the decisions they have to make and the roles that they undertake as a result of the failing health of an older relative. The Advance Elder Care Family Planning model (AECFP) is designed to empower families before they face these problems.