Compassion & Choices

We're an organization dedicated to improving care, expanding options and empowering everyone to chart their end-of-life journey.

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Compassion & Choices

We're an organization dedicated to improving care, expanding options and empowering everyone to chart their end-of-life journey.

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Latest News

As the End Nears: Living and Dying With Advanced Dementia
October 11, 2024

One in three Americans will be diagnosed with dementia, a general term that describes the progressive loss of language and other skills severe enough to interfere with daily life. While each person’s experience with dementia is unique, certain challenges often arise as the condition progresses. It is important to understand what to expect in the…

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New Jersey Lawsuit Ruling Marks Temporary Setback for End-of-Life Autonomy
September 27, 2024

On Wednesday, Sept. 18, a judge for the U.S. District Court in Camden upheld the residency requirement of New Jersey’s Medical Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act, asserting that the provision does not violate the U.S. Constitution’s guarantee of equal treatment. The decision is in response to a lawsuit filed by Compassion &…

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Note From Kim Callinan
September 27, 2024

As you may know, after nearly a decade of leading this incredible organization, I have stepped down as president and CEO, and today is my last day on staff. It has been a tremendous honor to work alongside such passionate advocates, volunteers, donors and colleagues who have all contributed to the progress we’ve made.  I…

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End-of-Life Choice in Your State

See what laws are in place, get resources, learn about our campaigns and how you can get involved. 

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Stories

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Celia Morris

Celia Morris used Compassion & Choices’ end-of-life planning tools with her husband.
“The fact that we had used Compassion & Choices’ resources to discuss options, document Bob’s wishes and involve our daughters meant that when the time came, we simply implemented his wishes. It was not a difficult decision.”

Carol Boerner

Carol Boerner is a retired physician and advocate for the importance of advance care planning and improving end-of-life care.
“People don’t know they have choices about their end-of-life care. Compassion & Choices gives them the information they need to know their options and make that decision.”
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Compassion & Choices
8156 S Wadsworth Blvd #E-162
Littleton, CO 80128

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Compassion & Choices Gift Processing Center
PO Box 485
Etna, NH 03750

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