Young people can have important conversations about what matters to them in their life and in their health care. Talking about life and death can be emotional, but it can also help take away the…

In a culture which tends to deny that death is a natural part of life, the importance of candid communication about our final stages of life hit home personally when Lynn Sherwood’s daughter was diagnosed…

Neha Pidatala’s grandfather was always incredibly doting and loving towards her. When his health began to decline, she returned the same affection by caring for him and honoring his wishes. Her piece gives readers a…

Melody Messner recounts her husband’s final weeks of life in this moving story. Aware that his last days were near, Melody and her husband took advantage of their time by laughing, joking and reminiscing together. 

In her thoughtful piece, Kelly Kiernan Largey remembers her late husband who opted out of discussing his wishes for end-of-life. Her piece begs the question, “I think anyone would agree that it’s important to listen…

Many individuals reach out to us when they hear about our work, asking us what they can do to help bring conversations to their communities, where do they start? We’ve pulled together some of our…