There at the End: An anthology celebrating FEN’s 20th anniversary
"Look at this book and let's talk," I imagine people saying. Or, "Read the story on page (X) and know that's what I envision for myself." (Continue reading ...)
Living with the end in mind.
"You need to understand that you should not be afraid of dying. Be afraid of not living your life, of mindlessly moving from day to day ..." (Continue reading ...)
The True Value Of End Of Life Support
"Many agencies, home health providers, churches, and physicians are reluctant to recommend services that address end of life issues. It is sad and confusing why anyone would not give their friends, clients, or customers the guidance and comfort that trained professionals can offer." (Continue reading ...)
Who Needs An Elder Law Attorney?
"Does the contract allow you to have access to your own doctors? What is the facility’s position on VSED? If you enter hospice, will they commit to providing adequate pain relief? If you live in a state with MAiD, will the facility cooperate?" (Continue reading ...)
The Impact Of Anticipated Grief For Care Givers Facing End Of Life Care For Loved Ones
"Imagine you are sitting in a serene field with your loved one. The sun is shining and you feel happy. Then imagine later that day, being told that your loved one is ill or worse, the condition is life-limiting. The future of that morning suddenly has a very different outlook, and your priorities understandably change, with a re-prioritization of both your physical and emotional world." (Continue reading ...)
Dying: You Have One Chance To Get It Right
"Many of the individuals around the bedside barely know each other, and this becomes an environment of misinformation, mistrust, and hidden agendas about substantial financial and estate issues ... as ex-wives and ex-husbands, half siblings who never knew each other, long-time same-sex partners (surprise, who knew?), in-laws, out-laws show up at the bedside." -- Dr. Edward T. Creagan, M.D. (Continue reading ...)
Why Dying Is Not Giving Up
"I dislike the phrase, 'They failed treatment.' The amount of judgment within this phrase is damaging." (Continue reading ...)
“Bad Death” Hurts More For Loved Ones Left Behind
Research points to rise in deep grief as more families are left wondering what more could have been done. (Continue reading ...)
Take Initiative To Create Your Own Personalized Death Care Plan
"Once you come up with a few items that bring comfort and involve the senses, it becomes easier to construct an individualized plan to share with those who are near and dear to our hearts." (Continue reading ...)
Good Death? Let’s Get Real
“If we are trying to design a ‘good death’ we could well cause ourselves more suffering.” -- Roshi Joan Halifax (Continue reading ...)