We lead efforts to improve end-of-life care from the ground up: we teach workshops, give presentations, hold virtual and in-person events, create culturally competent materials and more.
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month — an opportunity to honor and celebrate the diverse cultures, values, and traditions of these communities. Learn more about our AANHPI Community Engagement work and how you can take action!
The Dementia Values and Priorities Tool is designed to help you communicate your wishes regarding future care if you are living with dementia. After answering a series of questions related to the changes commonly seen in the progression of dementia, the tool will provide you with a document that can be added to your existing advance directive and shared with others. The interactive online tool is available in English and Spanish, printable version are available in multiple language
The guide will help you think through your priorities for end-of-life care, complete an advance directive and other forms you may need, choose a representative to speak for you if you cannot, and consider common end-of-life medical interventions so you can specify what you want or don’t want — right up to the end.
We have an extensive video library of our storytellers and supporters.
We hold virtual events and webinars to encourage end-of-life care and planning conversations.
Compassion & Choices is proud to have multiple leadership councils composed of volunteer leaders from medicine, community advocacy, law and other areas of interest.
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.
Compassion & Choices is working alongside Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to chart an end-of-life journey that reflects each of our values and priorities.
Did you know that 82% of Hispanic and Latino adults don’t have a will or estate plan? Financial planning is often overlooked in Latino communities, which can leave families with unexpected costs, difficult decisions, and uncertainty after a loved one passes. In a recent webinar co-hosted with the Latinx Task Force, María Otero of Compassion…
Luis Aceves is the newest member of the Latino Leadership Council at Compassion & Choices, a group of leaders committed to advancing health equity and expanding end-of-life options within Latino and Hispanic communities across the United States.
Al’s involvement with Compassion & Choices was deeply personal. After caring for his mother at home during hospice and later losing his brother to COVID-19, he became committed to helping others navigate end-of-life planning.
Through these vital efforts, the council is raising awareness about end-of-life care, addressing healthcare inequities, and making end-of-life planning a communal conversation and process in Black spaces.
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.
In this interview, Aerica shares more about her background, why she is passionate about serving with Compassion & Choices, and how she hopes to contribute to the important work of the African American Leadership Council.
Bishop Kevin E. Taylor plays an essential role in our African American and LGBTQ+ Leadership Councils, offering a vital perspective as a faith leader based in Newark, New Jersey, and an advocate for advancing end-of-life care tailored to the needs of his communities. Last October, Taylor reached a significant milestone when he was officially recognized…
Language and communication barriers, cultural differences, and a lack of familiarity with the U.S. healthcare system and insurance are common challenges for immigrant and first-generation caregivers.
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