Compassion Kit Research Opportunity

Are you interested in learning how a family member views their last encounter in the hospital after a loved one dies in the hospital? A loved one’s possessions are often handed to family members in a plastic bag. Returning personal belongings to grieving families in this manner can be perceived as insensitive and discomforting. Transitional … Read more

A Bag That Holds No Privacy

One of my favorite primetime series is This Is Us. It depicts the Pearson family’s triumphs, troubles, and tight bonds. Its heartwarming drama captured many hearts. For me, one episode stands out: The Death of Jack Pearson. He dies suddenly and unexpectedly. His wife, Rebecca, breaks down. Alone and devastated, she receives his belongings in a plastic bag … Read more

April 16th is National Healthcare Decisions Day

Do you ever think about your wishes for care through the end of life, or if you were incapacitated and unable to communicate your wishes? On this National Healthcare Decisions Day, take the time to reflect and start the conversation about what matters most to you.   Several tools and resources are available to help … Read more