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Andrew Comstock - How to write a personal directive if tragic circumstance puts you in the position where you could not make decisions for yourself (Advanced Care Planner with Nova Scotia Health, Therapist and Former Social Worker)

Afternoon Pint Season 2 Episode 45

Andrew is a Registered Social Worker & Advanced Care Planner for the Nova Scotia Health Authority. One of his focuses is in helping people understand that having a Personal Directive helps people ensure their wishes are respected  if they lose the ability to make decisions  for themselves. The Personal Directives act was introduced in 2011 and is free for you to set up for yourself. To learn on how to get yours started go here  https://novascotia.ca/just/pda/

Learn more about NS Healths INSPIRED Program https://www.nshealth.ca/clinics-programs-and-services/copd-inspired-copd-outreach-program

Personal Directives may vary across Canada but if you google your own province you should easily be able to find more information.

Andrew is also a private therapist who specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief therapy, traumatic experiences, & more 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/861339

Cheers to Good Health! Thank you to the sensational Great Roads Brewing for hosting us once again at their 'Behind the Keg' studio https://www.facebook.com/GreatRoadsBrewing/

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