These Five Wishes translated guides are not executable. They should be used alongside the English Five Wishes. The translated guides, which are available on CD-ROM, should be printed and given with the English Five Wishes. The individual uses the translated guide to complete the English Five Wishes, with assistance. The translated guide is not filled out or signed. The guide is used to help the person understand Five Wishes and make decisions in a language that is meaningful and understandable. Using this format, the person actually fills out and signs the English Five Wishes.

Ideal for groups that want to offer translated Five Wishes documents, but do not want to keep an inventory of 20 different translations. A hospital, for example, can keep an inventory of English Five Wishes and provide the translated guides when needed to better serve non-English-speaking patients and families.