Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment

Training Course • Compassion in Dying

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A training module to inform people about the process of completing and implementing an Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment and an Advance Statement

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Compassion in Dying

Compassion in Dying

Compassion in Dying

Compassion in Dying is a national charity that supports people at the end of life to have what they consider to be a good death by providing information and support around their rights and choices.

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