end of life

In a health crisis, it’s difficult to know how to honor someone’s wishes. A doctor shares a true story about someone with advanced illness and her wishes.

The Power of Offering Alternatives: A True End-Of-Life Story

Not every health crisis can be planned for and, in the moment, it’s often difficult to know how to honor...

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Hospice Care / Medical Conditions

9 Top Questions About Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care

Could palliative care or hospice care help your older adult? These two services are often confused, so it’s important to...

Alzheimer's end of life

Alzheimer's & Dementia / End of Life

This Alzheimer’s End of Life Conversation Kit Makes the Discussion Easier

End of life conversations are essential for people with dementia We all have a tendency to avoid conversations about death...

A DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order tells EMTs and hospitals not to do CPR if someone stops breathing or their heart stops

Living Will / DNR

What Is a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate Order)?

What does DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) mean? A DNR is a signed medical order written by a doctor. DNR stands...

caregiver stories

Caregiver Stories

Real-life Caregiver Stories: Acceptance & Living in the Moment

Caregiver stories let you know you’re not alone Real-life caregiver stories are important for caregivers to hear. Knowing that others...

POLST vs DNR

Living Will / DNR

Which End-of-Life Form Is Needed? POLST vs DNR

POLST vs DNR: they’re two different end-of-life forms If your older adult knows how they want to be treated during...

Use this guide for easier end-of-life conversations with seniors

End-of-Life Conversations with Seniors: A Guide for Caregivers

End-of-life conversations empower a person to “die well” Talking about end-of-life wishes is one of the most important conversations to...

Get the truth about 5 common hospice myths and misconceptions that often stop people from finding out if it would help their older adult

Hospice Myths: 5 Common Misconceptions

Hospice care is often misunderstood One of the biggest hospice myths is that it’s only for people who are expected...

how to find the best hospice care

Choosing a Hospice Provider: Top Questions to Ask

The right hospice provider can make a big difference Hospice care is a wonderful service for older adults who could...

POLST

Living Will / DNR

Honor End-of-Life Wishes With a POLST Form

A POLST supplements a living will One of the main goals of planning for end of life is to help...

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