PAD Stories

"This time, with a PAD, I did not receive any treatments that I did not want. They were very respectful.  I really felt like the hospital took better care of me because I had my PAD. In fact, I think it's the best care that I've ever received.” Click for more...

 
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The General Laws of Massachusetts do not provide for PADs.  However, under the law entitled “Health Care Proxies” , you may appoint an agent to make decisions for you if you are unable to make those decisions yourself.  Your agent will have the authority to make any and all health care decisions for you, which could include decisions about psychiatric treatment.  To appoint an agent, you must use the form entitled “Massachusetts Health Care Proxy”
 
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