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.

Providing Spanish-Language End-of-Life Resources

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Compassion & Choices is excited to join community events that honor Latino history and culture. This month, we'll attend local festivals, connect with families, and provide Spanish-language resources for important end-of-life planning discussions.

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Latest News

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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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.”

Robert Webb

Suffering from lung cancer, Robert Webb’s father wanted the option of medical aid in dying so that he could die comfortably at home.
“My father endured months of pain and had no option but to die in a hospital, not at home like he wanted. If medical aid in dying had been available in Nevada, things could have been different.”
Robert Webb holding a photo of his Dad, Randy Webb
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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