Feedback from my presentation on VBC and ACP at NHPCO's Annual Conference

Keri Winchester, doula and owner of Living and Leaving, shares the importance of having a current ACP in place and the power of Video Wishes for providers, family, and friends

Counselor and mediator Molly Darsow lays out the steps needed to ensure a successful ACP conversation with loved ones.

Choosing your healthcare proxy is not just stating who will make decisions, but how they will make those decisions

Dr. Madison provides a sneak peak into his presentation at the NHPCO Annual Leadership Conference next week

Favorable political winds are pushing ACP to the forefront

ACP conversations have an increased quality when done in a dyad format

Doulas serving needs internationally

Extensive advance directives training leads to better conversations and more robust documentation

Freedom of choice at end of life is as important as celebrating the 4th of July

Discussing barriers and strategies

Documenting your ACP and disease progression through images and video

A conversation on the importance of upstream planning and how hospice and palliative care providers can leverage their skills to help ensure a better experience for patients and families at the end of life

In a world where medical advancements continuously push the boundaries of healthcare, one critical aspect often remains overlooked—advance care planning (ACP).

A New Essential Guide for Caregivers

Celebrate International Nurses Day on May 12th

Technology can play a powerful role in pediatric palliative care

AI has permeated almost every aspect of our lives. However, there are realms where its reach falls short. One such realm is the delicate matter of end-of-life decisions.

NHDD serves as a reminder to revisit ACP

Social workers are the cornerstone to ACP

Prevention is key. If you are over 45 yrs. old, get your screening as soon as possible.

How Living and Leaving empowers friends, families, and clients to plan for their end-of-life

Indiana end-of-life guide battles state policies

In an evolving healthcare landscape, hospices are diversifying their services to meet changing needs – including a renewed emphasis on advance care planning

Study demonstrates value for patients and loved ones to complete ACP documents before elective procedures

How SendOff empowers families to think outside the walls of a traditional funeral home

California end-of-life doulas score a major win against the California Cemetery and Funeral Bureau’s monopoly on end-of-life care

Advance care planning, coupled with the option to receive hospital-level care at home, emerges as a promising solution to ER and hospital overcrowding.

The House Health Finance and Policy Committee voted 10-5 in favor of Minnesota's End-Of-Life Options Act in a rare committee session held weeks before the legislative session opens Feb. 12th.

The MAID bill is passed increasing individuals rights at end of life

The importance of advance care planning is vital for solo agers.

Completing your advance care plan now will not only relieve the strain of your loved ones making complex medical decisions, but also increases your wealth transfer.

The reality of CPR in the elderly population, what we know and how you can prepare your end of life wishes.

Hospital at Home: A great option for patients

How end-of-life doulas (EOLDs) are improving hospices care metrics through improved ACP conversations

End of life care decisions are especially important to address upstream for dementia patients

Hawaii seeks to cover palliative care through Medicaid

International Doula Life Movement dual wields Thanacare's end-of-life care platform.

Poor patient knowledge and misguided expectations lead to a lot of bad decisions.

The experiences of dying doctors can influence our perspective on what matters as we approach the inevitable.

Documenting your end of life wishes to avoid optimism bias. How communicating your wishes effectively can help you and your loved ones.

Death is a universal experience, yet it remains one of the most feared and avoided topics in our society. Death doulas bring a human-centered approach to end-of-life care.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving procedure that has been used for decades. While it can save your life, it's important to fully understand the potential consequences.

Choosing to die well is not about being afraid of death. It is about accepting death as a natural part of life and making the most of the time we have left.

A story about two brothers who had strokes, and how having an ACP made a difference.

Why ownership of one's end of life care plan is important

While futile care in America is an unstudied subject, there is still evidence to understand how it may affect patients, providers, and families.

Interventional radiologists utilize advance care planning to make informed decisions when the patient is unable to communicate their preferences

End-of-life care should prioritize quality of life over quantity of life to respect patient preferences and provide patient-centered care.

POV: Benefits of ACP completion

CMS increased reimbursement for advance care planning services in 2021 to incentivize providers and improve access for Medicare beneficiaries. Let's look at the before and after.

Vermont House Passes Bill for Remote Witnessing of Advance Directives: Balancing Convenience and Safeguards

Simplified technology can support street-level advance care planning for the homeless.

All stakeholders benefit immensely when ACP completion rates are raised.

Thanacare supports ACP access for all cultures and circumstances

Let's highlight the importance of ACP for individuals to make informed decisions, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the quality of care.

During end of life care, scalable ACP unlocks immense values for the patient, family, provider, and all stakeholders.

Advance Care Planning initiatives in Value Based Care can provide culturally competent care advance care planning and a better chance at dying outside of the hospital.