Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Community

Compassion & Choices works to help all people realize an end-of-life journey according to their values and priorities. We began our outreach efforts in 2017 to address racial disparities in quality end-of-life care and support for end-of-life planning including for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.

Community Spotlight

The Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island Team recently participated in the Merrie Monarch Festival — a week-long cultural festival in Hilo, Hawai’i, that draws thousands each year. Through connecting with attendees and co-hosting a float in the parade, we raised awareness about Compassion & Choices’ work in Hawai’i and the importance of end-of-life planning.

Compassion & Choices is proud to offer a host of tools and resources to help you and your loved ones “finish strong” by planning for an end-of-life experience that matches the life you’ve enjoyed – defined by love, purpose and agency.

Motivated by the impact of racism, inequity and disparities in end-of-life care, we are connecting with people nationwide to spread the word about the importance of end-of-life care planning and accessing quality end-of-life care.

Ben de Guzman, Director of the Washington, D.C., Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs

I'm so greatful that my work with Compassion & Choices provides me with the resources to improve my personal life and to allow me to think about hte resources that are out there for families like my own who want to prepare for the end of life.

Ben de Guzman
Member of AANHPI Leadership Council

Stories

Ben de Guzman, Director of the Washington, D.C., Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs

Ben de Guzman

Ben de Guzman sees a natural connection between advocating for your community and advocating for yourself at the end of life.
"I'm so grateful that my work with Compassion & Choices provides me with the resources to improve my personal life and to allow me to think about the resources that are out there for families like my own who want to prepare for the end of life."

Fay Hoh Yin

Fay Hoh Yin (1932-2020) lived in Brooklyn while in treatment for lymphoma. She did not want to suffer needlessly at life's end.
"I support medical aid and dying because I think it will give so many terminal patients some sense of control when pain becomes unbearable."

Latest News

Eunice Park-Clinton: Championing End-of-Life Planning for Korean Americans
January 29, 2025

We are grateful for Eunice and all healthcare professionals and advocates who recognize the importance of end-of-life planning and are facilitating these essential conversations within their communities. Together, we can create a future where everyone has access to the resources and support they need to navigate this critical stage of life with confidence.

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Compassion & Choices Celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month
May 24, 2023

Throughout this year’s Asian American, Native Hawai’ian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, Compassion & Choices expressed its appreciation for this diverse population with a lively assortment of activities. Explore some of what we’ve been up to: Chief Engagement Officer Brandi Alexander introduced Compassion & Choices to more than 100 leaders of Hawai’ian businesses, arts…

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AANHPI Month: Celebrating Arts and Culture in Hawai‘i
May 12, 2023

In a warm virtual welcome at the 2023 Hawai’i Arts Summit Eō: Calling out the Future!, Chief Engagement Officer Brandi Alexander introduced Compassion & Choices to more than 100 leaders of Hawaiian businesses, arts organizations and community based organizations.  Alexander’s message, reflecting on the role of art as the foundation for communication, transformation and meaning, expanded…

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8156 S Wadsworth Blvd #E-162
Littleton, CO 80128

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PO Box 485
Etna, NH 03750

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