Completing an advance directive (living will and or a medical power of attorney) assures a person that his or her end-of-life care wishes are honored and gives direction to the family so crisis decision-making can be avoided.

Hospice of the Panhandle provides educational programs to the community about advance care planning and maintains a supply of all West Virginia advance directive documents.

“We would be happy to speak to your church, club, or employee group free of charge. To schedule an advanced directive workshop or to receive advanced care planning materials, please contact:

Laura Newberry, Community Relations Representative
(304) 264-0406 or (800) 345-6538

The West Virginia Center for End-of-Life Care
A thorough explanation of West Virginia Advance Directives along with copies of the living will and
medical power of attorney can also be found at the West Virginia Center for End of Life Care website.