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Resources

Welcome to our page with a variety of resources to help you navigate the art of dying well. Our mission is to help individuals and families navigate the final path of life’s journey. You have many options about what the end of your life will look like. These resources are intended to help empower you to make sure your choices are informed and honored.

End of Life Planning: Preparing for the Future

Virginia Healthcare Directive

This paperwork is designed to assist individuals in planning their end-of-life choices, ensuring that their wishes are clearly documented. It serves as a valuable resource for making informed decisions about medical care and personal preferences.

Being Mortal Documentary

Being Mortal is a powerful Frontline documentary that examines aging and end-of-life issues. Based on Atul Gawande's book, it emphasizes the importance of discussing mortality and compassionate care. Through personal stories, the film encourages viewers to rethink their approach to these challenging topics, highlighting the value of living fully the end.

Five Wishes

Five Wishes is the nation's only national advance care planning program, providing peace of mind for over 25 years. It empowers you to express your healthcare wishes, your values are respected. By facilitating open about end-of-life care, it eases the burden on loved ones. Join those who have benefited from this invaluable resource and take control of your future.

Death Doula Alua Arthur

In a profound Ted Talk that examines our brief, perfectly human time on this planet, she asks us to look at our lives through the lens of our deaths in seeking to answer the question: "What must I do to be at peace with myself so that I may live presently and die gracefully?"

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Discover some of our favorite books and podcasts that explore the complexities of grief. We believe in the power of stories to help navigate loss and foster connection. Join us for meaningful content that empowers us to live life to the fullest while preparing to navigate the art of dying well.

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