Some People Want to Die Alone—And That’s Not a Tragedy
Died alone ... a judgment: that a life ended badly, that someone was failed, that something went wrong. But what if it didn't? (Continue reading ...)
No One Dies Alone – Reflections of a NODA Volunteer
No One Dies Alone is a compassionate volunteer program that ensures people with no one else available have someone by their side at the end of life, bringing dignity and comfort through human presence. (Continue reading ...)
Solo Aging
"Solo aging, for me, means building the structure that will give me the best chance to achieve a good death to cap off a good life." -- Anne Raftery (Continue reading ...)
LGBTQ Older Adults Face Unique End-of-Life Issues
What challenges do LGBTQ elders face in finding a trusted individual to discuss their preferences for end-of-life care? (Continue reading ...)
Making Your Final Wishes Known
A new workbook by a Minneapolis cardiologist offers guidance and reflective prompts to prepare for conversations with loved ones about end-of-life topics. (Continue reading ...)
Thoughts On A “Good Death”
"I have the privilege to learn and hear interesting perspectives, along with all the questions and comments that our community members have, on the topics of death and dying. Here are a few insights I have gleaned from these discussions." (Continue reading ...)
Solo Aging: Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Dying?
"No one is born into this world alone, and in the best of circumstances, no one dies alone. With people living longer than ever before, however, outliving family and friends is a modern-day reality." (Continue reading ...)