Patient & Family Resources
Helpful documents, forms, and external resources to support you and your family through the hospice care journey.
Downloadable Forms
These official New Jersey forms are important for documenting your healthcare wishes. We recommend discussing these with your physician and family.
NJ Advance Directive (Living Will)
Official New Jersey form allowing individuals to provide instructions for their future health care decisions.
NJ Proxy Directive (Durable Power of Attorney)
Form to designate a health care representative to make medical decisions on your behalf.
NJ POLST (Practitioner Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment)
Medical orders for seriously ill patients regarding life-sustaining treatment preferences.
Helpful Resources
Trusted external resources for learning more about hospice care, advance care planning, and caregiver support.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
The largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States.
Medicare Hospice Benefits
Official Medicare.gov information about hospice care coverage, eligibility, and benefits.
Caring.com — New Jersey Hospice Guide
Find hospice care information and resources specific to New Jersey families.
CaringInfo — Planning Ahead
Free advance directive resources and information about end-of-life care planning from NHPCO.
Need Help Understanding Your Options?
Our team is available 24/7 to answer questions about hospice care, advance directives, and the referral process.