START Planning for Aging

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Class summary

Managing our health, medical costs, and basic needs can become more complex as we age. A single crisis can lead to difficult life-changing decisions. Whether you're an older adult or a care partner, planning for aging can help you better manage the unexpected and give you the greatest influence over your own care decisions.

Key takeaways

You will learn to:

• Identify the important elements of your plan for aging

• Collect the tools and documents required to communicate your plans and wishes

• Take action now on the next steps in your plan for aging

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Resources

• Health Care Directive (Minnesota’s statutory form)

• Letter of Intent (editable version - Word)

• Letter of Intent (pdf version)

• Required Medical Information

• MN Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) Form

• Frequently Asked Questions about a POLST Form