The Completed Life Initiative

Hospice and palliative care aren’t “bad words,” but people fear that they mean "the end or that you're going to disappear." Nurse Practitioner and Assistant Professor Andrya Rivera-Burciaga believes that if people were more educated about these end-of-life services, they might feel more empowered to rely on these specialized care teams. If you're moved by End Well’s work to make end of life part of life, please visit https://lnkd.in/ghZ8zhax and consider a monthly donation of just $10 to support our mission. THANK YOU ??

?? TODAY at 11am ET | Join JAHF for a virtual, non-partisan briefing exploring the potential impact of #Medicaid spending reductions. Experts from Justice in Aging and KFF will discuss how #OlderAdults and #FamilyCaregivers use Medicaid and how changes to the program may affect them. Medicaid (not Medicare) covers long-term care for two-thirds of nursing home residents and in-home support for millions of older adults. Spending reductions could affect this coverage. Register now to join us at 11am ET: bit.ly/3DvA4cm

End-of-Life Conversations: "When They Open the Door, You Have to Go In" ?? End-of-life conversations are never easy, but they are essential. ?? Oncology nurses form unique, deeply empathetic bonds with their patients, allowing them to have these difficult yet meaningful discussions. ? Pattie Jakel, MN, RN, AOCN, shares the vital role nurses play when patients are ready to talk about the realities of their illness and what’s ahead. These conversations, though emotional, are an opportunity to provide trust, comfort, and the care patients deserve. ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/egK_yBEU #OncologyNursing #EndOfLifeCare #PatientCare #Empathy #NurseLife #DifficultConversations #NursingCompassion

According to a new study from JAMA Network, over half of Americans do not know whether MAiD is legal anywhere in the country—or even in their own state. Read the full journal article here: https://lnkd.in/eg2G--uZ Kozlov E, Luth EA, Nemeth S, Becker TD, Duberstein PR. Knowledge of and Preferences for Medical Aid in Dying. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(2):e2461495. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.61495 #medicalaidindying #jamanetwork #endoflifecare #completedlife

"Other Side" tells the story of Lynda Bluestein, who successfully sued the state of Vermont to allow out-of-state residents to access medical aid-in-dying. Lynda received the Completed Life Initiative's Pioneer Award in 2023 for her achievement. She died at the time of her choosing on January 4, 2024 in Vermont. Creators/Directors Heather Hogan and Carter Oakley capture her journey. Their documentary premieres today at SXSW Film Festival ?? View the trailer here: https://lnkd.in/gsd6ivQX #endoflifecare #endoflife #medicalaidindying

The play “Deep Blue Sound” by Clubbed Thumb at the Public Theater features a heartwarming depiction of the desire to access MAiD. Tony Award winner Maryann Plunkett’s superb acting allows the audience to sympathize with her character’s wishes. “Deep Blue Sound” is playing until March 29 at the Public Theater in New York City. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eJXEukwF About the Play: Ella is making secret plans, John has befriended a drifter, and no one can find the whales. On a small island, the locals confront change. #endoflifecare #medicalaidindying #completedlife #thepublictheater #clubbedthumb #deepbluesound

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 4 p.m., join us on YouTube for "Navigating Grief In The Context of MAiD: Ethical And Quality Considerations." In its first decade since legalization, #MAiD has spurred unique challenges and innovations in #endoflifecare . One aspect that is receiving increased attention is the #grief experiences of people seeking MAiD and their family members. While some aspects of MAiD grief share similarities to other #endoflife contexts and experiences, there are also qualities that are unique to MAiD. The four presenters on this panel will share their diverse yet complementary experiences with MAiD, speaking to the ethical and quality considerations in their work navigating grief in the MAiD context: - Dr. Kristie Serota, PhD will present her findings as a social scientist researching MAiD #bereavement - Dr. Han Yan will speak about her work providing #patientcentredcare to patients and their families as a MAiD assessor and provider - Nikki Gouzopoulos will share reflections on the lived experience of MAiD bereavement - Tekla Hendrickson will describe her experiences engaging with those eligible for MAiD and their families as the Executive Director of MAiDHouse. The event is free and is open to the general public. Learn more and reserve your spot at https://lnkd.in/gVFTHVHp

Only 7 days left until CLI's End-of-Year Giving Campaign ends! With your support, we can broaden our educational initiatives on end-of-life care. From November 22 to December 31, any donations of $100 or more will receive a special Completed Life Initiative mug! #completedlife #endoflifecare #medicalaidindying #endofyeargiving

Until December 31, all donations of $100 or more will receive a special Completed Life Initiative mug! Link in bio to donate. Not receiving donations after December 31. Shipping only available within North America. #endoflifecare #completedlife #endofyeargiving

Until December 31, all donations of $100 or more will receive a special Completed Life Initiative mug! Link in bio to donate. Shipping only available within North America. #endoflifecare #completedlife #endofyeargiving