Looking for ideas for promoting National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) in your community? Hundreds of local, state, and national groups across the country are gearing up and knee-deep in planning for April 16.   We’ve compiled…

We can’t plan for everything. But we can talk about what is most important — in our life, and in our health care — with those who matter most. National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) on…

Planning for your future is important for everyone. For solo agers, documenting what matters to you is even more important to make sure your wishes are honored. Your goals and preferences matter and you are valuable.

What are some ways that people can support those they care about through illness and dementia, including from a distance? A health care provider offers stories and advice about the importance of sharing seemingly simple information.

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Katy Butler is a New York Times bestselling author, journalist and prominent end-of-life speaker. Her post is adapted from her  new book, “The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of…