An agency of the Catholic bishops of Florida through which the Province of Miami undertakes collaborative educational and pastoral activities
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The following resources, approved by the bishops of Florida, are provided to assist with advance care planning. Designating a health care surrogate and providing guidance for end-of-life decisions is the best way to ensure that morally acceptable procedures are followed if you become incapacitated or unable to express your own wishes in the event of a medical emergency.
Copies of these documents may be printed and distributed as needed.
English
Catholic Declaration on Life and Death
Understanding the Catholic Declaration on Life and Death (8 1/2" x 11")
Understanding the Catholic Declaration on Life and Death (wraparound)
Español
Declaración Católica sobre la Vida y la Muerte
Entendiendo la Declaración Católica sobre la Vida y la Muerte (8 1/2" x 11")
Entendiendo la Declaración Católica sobre la Vida y la Muerte (wraparound) -
Related Resource
Culture of Life Series Brochure - to assist you as you begin your end-of-life discussions with family, friends, health care providers and clergy:
End-of-Life Planning: A Catholic Introduction | Spanish