Advance Directives & Forms

Patients have certain rights and responsibilities according to the laws of the state of Washington. This page provides information on important patient rights and decisions from Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital.

What kind of medical care would you want if you were too ill or hurt to express your wishes? Advance directives are legal documents that allow you to convey your decisions about end-of-life care ahead of time. They provide a way for you to communicate your wishes to family, friends and health care professionals, and to avoid confusion later on.

For advance directive forms, click here.

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