FAQs Archive | Gentle Dusk – Living In The Present, Planning For The Future

Q: I changed my mind about something in my advance care plan – can I change it?

It depends which advance care plan(s) you have setup. All allow changes but some have a more complex process than others. Gentle Dusk Advance Care Plan You can update your ACP by adding Addendum Page(s) then signing and dating your updates. Co-ordinate my Care Information can be updated but you need to resubmit to your GP before they can approve on your changes. Advance Directive While you still have capacity you can change your mind or cancel your Advance Directive at any time. If you want to change it, you should make a new form and give copies to the people close to you, your GP and anyone involved in your care (instructing them to destroy the old version). You can cancel your Advance Directive by destroying it (and any other copies you have made).

Q: In which Boroughs is the Future Matters service available in?

Future Matters is accessible to all. It is currently it is available for free on the NHS in Haringey and Islington. Please contact us to discuss your needs and service costs by emailing contact@gentledusk.org.uk

Q: Can you help our organisation with our end of life care or bereavement ambitions?

Yes we provide consultancy and support to suit your needs. We can provide workshops, training, support groups and individual sessions as well as bespoke events and assistance . Email us at contact@gentledusk.org.uk