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A Last Reflection: Honoring a Patient’s Right to Choose

I often write letters to my patients who have died. For me, it is a way to process my experience and grief, recognize the impact that human life had on...

When End-of-Life Care Calls

In my pursuit to better understand Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD), I came across Dr. Lonny Shavelson’s book, Medical Aid In Dying: A Guide for Patients and Their Supporters. The...

Navigating Dementia and End-of-Life Options

As a board member of End of Life Options Colorado, I often respond to people seeking more information about planning for the future, especially when it comes to end-of-life decisions...

Get to Know End of Life Options Colorado

Our own Barbara Morris and Sigrid Swerdlin shared their thoughts about End of Life Options Colorado recently with host of Great Day Colorado. Listen in!!...

What a Relief It is…!

We are thrilled to announce significant updates to the Colorado End of Life Options Act that will greatly enhance access to medical aid in dying for terminally ill patients. These...

The Business of Dying

We had the privilege of sitting down with Crispin Sargent, a certified Grief Yoga instructor, Grief Educator, End of Life Doula, Certified Advance Care Planner, and member of the End-of-Life...

Finding Purpose in the Pain: A Journey Towards Advocacy for End of Life Options

As she stood by her husband’s side, her heart heavy with sorrow yet filled with determination, she made a silent promise. A promise to herself, her husband, and all those...

Advance Care Planning: What is it, why is it important, and what you need to know

Wondering about Advance Care Planning (ACP)? Let’s explore what you need to know with Sigrid Swerdlin, ACP expert and speaker. What is Advance Care Planning? Advance Care Planning is the...

Death Doulas and End of Life Options

You may not be familiar with the work of Death Doulas, or End of Life Doulas. These non-medical professional are trained to provide assistance, education, care and support to their...