NZNO nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives plan to strike from 9am on Wednesday 30 July to 9am on Thursday 31 July. Patient safety is our priority and our hospitals will remain open. Continue to attend all appointments unless we have contacted you directly to reschedule.
A Mental health advance preferences statement, also known as a MAP or an advance directive, is a way for you to let people know what you would like to happen if you experience an episode of mental distress and are unable to communicate your preferences.
A MAP can give you a voice when you might not normally be heard because you are too unwell or not in a position to speak for yourself.
You can write a MAP by yourself, but it would be best if you write it with help from someone you trust who you feel understands your situation and might be able to talk you through some options. Just remember, a MAP is about what you want, and what you feel is best for you.
We would encourage you to discuss it with your clinical team so they are aware of your preferences before a crisis occurs.
We encourage you to watch our Mental health advance preferences statement video and contact your case worker if you have any questions.
You can either:
Mental health advance preference statement
