An Advance Statement is an Advance Care Plan where a person can record their preferences, wishes and beliefs about future care in writing. This is not a legally binding document and is different from an Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment, but can help families and professionals supporting the person know what they would like to happen in the future. More information can be found on the National NHS website by clicking below.

In Somerset Marie Curie companions are supporting people to complete an Advance care plan which can be uploaded to the Somerset Integrated Digital e-Record (SIDeR) a shared system for Health and Social Care staff. More information about the Marie Curie companion service can be found on the Talking about Advance Care Planning in Somerset page.