ENHANCING WELL-BEING THROUGH PROACTIVE HEALTHCARE: THE IMPACT OF ADVANCED CARE PLANNING IN EXCLUSIVE HOSPITALS

Advanced Care Planning (ACP) enhances patient-centered care in long-term care (LTC) settings. This study assessed ACP’s impact on quality of life (QoL) and healthcare utilization using a mixed-methods approach with 50 participants. Data collection included questionnaires on demographics and ACP, with a content validity index of 0.83. QoL was measured using the EORTC QLQ-C30 (α = 0.90).Key barriers to ACP implementation included limited provider knowledge, unclear communication, time constraints, cultural beliefs, and institutional policies. Despite challenges, 72.33% of participants reported good QoL, with strong correlations between ACP, QoL (r > 0.8, p < 0.05), and Mindset (r = 0.69, p < 0.05). Mindset significantly influences ACP effectiveness. QoL is shaped by physical, emotional, and cognitive functioning, while financial burdens impact well-being. Enhancing physical health supports overall functionality, emphasizing ACP’s role in improving LTC outcomes.