Advance Directives Not Honored: A Wife’s Story
My husband was clinically dead when they started the CPR and intubation. There was no coming back to himself. So why were his wishes not honored? (Continue reading ...)
Why You Should Have A Healthcare Agent
Without legal next of kin or a healthcare agent, a court will appoint a complete stranger to be your guardian to make life and death decisions. If you're uncomfortable with that, name your power of attorney. (Continue reading ...)
Lessons in How – and How Not To Die
This story, about one woman’s experience of both best and worst at life’s end, is being told for the dual messages it brings. (Continue reading ...)
When Truth Meets Compassion: The Permission Conversation That Changes Everything
"In less than 10 minutes, the air in the room felt lighter – not because the situation changed, but because truth, spoken with tenderness, created space for autonomy, comfort, and connection." -- Cathy Yuhas (Continue reading ...)
Airlines’ Policy is to Ignore Your Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
"I interviewed a retired airline pilot about the issue. He confirmed that the captain and crew have ultimate authority and that CPR use is the protocol that overrides a DNR." -- Althea Halchuck (Continue reading ...)
If I Should Get Dementia, What Choices Do I Have?
Until now, there has been no form of advance directive that put these questions squarely in front of the person with early dementia. Last July, I published such a form. (Continue reading ...)
Good death
Chances are you're not prepared for the end. You should be and here's how. (Continue reading ...)
There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network
"There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network: A Celebration of 20 Years" shares powerful testimonies from individuals connected to Final Exit Network (FEN), showcasing the organization's dedication to supporting mentally competent adults suffering from terminal conditions in their right to choose death. (Continue reading ...)
Where There’s a (Living) Will, There’s a Way
What happens if you decide to update your Advance Directive or your surrogate? Will you remember to send it to your doctors, lawyer, surrogate, etc.? How will individuals be sure they have the latest copy? (Continue reading ...)
Prepare for your care to ensure your end-of-life treatment wishes
“End-of-Life decisions should not be made at the end of life” – Un-credited (Continue reading ...)