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Last updated:
11 March 2026

Advanced care planning

Last updated 11 March 2026

Identifying what matters to you

Identifying, talking about and planning for your future health care and end of life care is important for people and their families at all times during the health care journey. It can better prepare you, your family and your health care team for what the future might hold. 

“Advance Care Planning” is the process of thinking about, talking about and planning for future health care and end-of-life care.  

The Advance Care Plan website has more information about Advance Care Planning plus tools and resources on how to develop your own plan: https://www.myacp.org.nz/your-plan

 

Treatment & Wellness Care Plan from Neuroendocrine Cancer Australia

The document provides a central location to record important information related to your diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care.

Advanced Care Planning - Health Navigator NZ

A useful NZ based website that can assist you with developing your own Advanced Care plan.

Advanced Care Planning - Health Quality & Safety Commission NZ

Health Quality and Safety Commission Website with Information about Advanced Care Planning for both consumers and health professionals.  

Advance Care Planning: A guide for the New Zealand health care workforce

A guide for the New Zealand health care workforce was prepared as a response to the increasing sector focus on the need for clear and accurate information and guidance regarding Advanced Care Planning in the New Zealand context.