“Despite the frequency of these conversations, most medical professionals receive little formal training in facilitating bedside discussions where emotionally-charged, complex medical decisions must be made. Here are five simple but powerful phrases that can transform…
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“How can we navigate these difficult moments with a sense of dignity, compassion, and respect for both the life and the death of our loved ones?” For those struggling with these questions in their own…
“Decisions about care through the end of life are deeply influenced by cultural and religious traditions, shaping how families navigate grief and honor their loved ones”. Read more about how Danurys and her family navigated…
National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD), celebrated every year on April 16th and across the month of April, encourages people to begin or continue conversations about their wishes for care through the end of life. This day serves…
“Having a medically complex child with mild cognitive delays has opened up a whole new world of tough parent/child conversations. (Compared to having to tell your child that they are dying sooner than the average person, talking…