Compassion & Choices

Hospices Navigating Ethically Complex End-of-Life Situations The final stages of life can be filled with challenging, nuanced situations for some patients and their families. Ensuring goal-concordant care and

National Director of Clinical Engagement Jessica Empeño emphasizes the importance of hospice care providers confronting their conscious and unconscious biases to provide excellent care. Read more: hospicenews.com/2025/07/25/h...
#HospiceCare #HealthcareInequity

Have Questions About Death? Get Answers Here. (Gift Article) From end-of-life care to burials and beyond, we tackled your questions on the topic.

The New York Times collected and answered questions from its readers about death, end-of-life planning, handling grief and more. Take a look!

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#EndOfLifePlanning #Grief #DeathAndDying #EndOfLifeChoices

House Subcommittee Vote Would Repeal Death with Dignity in DC - Compassion & Choices Advocates from Compassion & Choices and their allies voiced their outrage following the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government’s (FSGG) inclusion of langua...

#MedicalAidInDying is once again at risk of being repealed in DC due to harmful language added to an appropriations bill on Monday. Our CEO Kevin Díaz vows that we will "work tirelessly with our allies to remove this language." Find out more: compassionandchoices.org/news/house-s...

LGBTQ+ Advance Care Planning Toolkit - Compassion & Choices

Use our LGBTQ+ Advance Care Planning Toolkit as a guide to making your end-of-life care decisions: compassionandchoices.org/resource/lgb...

Advance-care planning critical for LGBTQ+ Floridians amid rising discrimination Advance care planning is a vital step for every adult but LGBTQ+ Floridians often face unique hurdles when their wishes are not legally documented.Osha Towers, LGBTQ+ engagement director for Compassio...

Osha Towers, LGBTQ+ engagement director for Compassion & Choices, encourages #LGBTQ Floridians to record their #EndOfLifePlans as a safeguard against discrimination.
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"Another win in California!" lays at the top of the image in both yellow and white text, and beneath it is a political map outline of the state of California. Next to the outline, an arrow points from the image to text that reads: "SB403 passed the Assembly Judiciary Committee" In a white bar at the bottom of the image there are two logos: Compassion & Choices and Compassion & Choices Action Network

Good news! #SB403, has passed out of the Assembly Judiciary Committee with a vote of 10-2! Thanks to the incredible work of our advocates, volunteers and legislative champions, we have successfully passed another hurdle. #CALeg #EndOfLifeOptions #HealthJustice

2025 Legislative Scorecard 1: Successful defense of medical aid in dying in Montana 2: Authorization bills passed in Delaware and New York 3: Campaigns remain active in California, Illinois and Massachusetts

Register today for the Compassion & Choices National Center for #MedicalAidInDying 's webinar, which celebrates our legislative wins, takes stock of our ongoing campaigns and previews what more can be done this year! join.compassionandchoices.org/a/natlweb072...

#HealthJustice #EndOfLifeOptions

Colorado poet laureate and activist @andreagibson.bsky.social died Monday, surrounded by loved ones in their home. Their fierce, tender voice drove change and helped many feel less alone. Watch them recite “Love Letter From the Afterlife”: youtu.be/QmZHLvq-gDg

Advancing end-of-life policy: Compassion & Choices at the 2025 Health Law Professors Conference - Compassion & Choices At Compassion & Choices, our Policy Team isn’t just tracking research and legislation — they’re shaping the future of patient-directed care. As legal experts on medical aid in dying and end-of-life he...

Our Policy Team is shaping the future of #PatientDirectedCare.

From advocating for concurrent care to addressing disparities, they recently brought their expertise to the Health Law Professors Conference. Hear more: compassionandchoices.org/news/advanci...

#EndOfLifeCare #HealthJustice

“If you want things to go your way, you have to put it in writing.”

Charlie Lytle is one of nearly 1,800 people we reached with #DementiaPlanning support through our work with @asaging.bsky.social & local partners. Learn how to plan ahead: compassionandchoices.org/news/facing-...

"Advance care planning is a gift that keeps on giving." Dr. Jeff Gardere, C&C Board Member
This spring, we celebrated #HealthcareDecisionsDay with an event in D.C. — equipping community members to plan for their care and #EndOfLifePlanning journeys. compassionandchoices.org/news/peace-o...

YouTube video by The Dole Institute of Politics The Counselors: Should Medical Assistance in Dying Be Legal in the United States?

The Dole Institute of Politics' recent "The Counselors" event posed the question: "Should Medical Assistance in Dying be Legal in the United States?"

The Counselors is a cross between a mock trial and a debate. Watch the on-demand video today! www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPFc...

#MedicalAidInDying

In honor of #Juneteenth, health equity expert and Texas native Dr. Whitney Peoples reflects on the ties between freedom, health, and community. This day marks when the news of freedom finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, TX — over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.

New York Moves to Allow Terminally Ill People to Die on Their Own Terms A bill permitting so-called medical aid in dying passed the State Legislature and will now head to Gov. Kathy Hochul for her signature.

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A big thanks to C&C Senior Campaign Director for New York and New Jersey, Corinne Carey, Assemblywoman
@amypaulin.bsky.social, @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social as well as our many volunteers and advocates for getting us this far!

Read the NY Times article: www.nytimes.com/2025/06/09/n...

New York Moves to Allow Terminally Ill People to Die on Their Own Terms A bill permitting so-called medical aid in dying passed the State Legislature and will now head to Gov. Kathy Hochul for her signature.

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On Monday, the @nysenate.bsky.social passed the New York Medical Aid in Dying Act with a 35-27 vote, putting the Empire State one step closer to comprehensive end-of-life care options.

With @governor.ny.gov's signature, New York will become the 13th U.S. jurisdiction to offer this choice.

New York Moves to Allow Terminally Ill People to Die on Their Own Terms A bill permitting so-called medical aid in dying passed the State Legislature and will now head to Gov. Kathy Hochul for her signature.

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“This is about personal autonomy [...] This is about liberty. This is about exercising one’s own freedom to control one’s own body.”
New York State Senator @bradhoylmansigal.bsky.social

BREAKING: The #MedicalAidinDying Act (S.138) has passed in the NY State Senate!

With this historic vote, New Yorkers may soon have access to the full suite of #EndOfLifeCareOptions. The bill now moves to @governor.ny.gov‬'s desk to hopefully be signed into law!

#EndOfLifeChoices #HealthJustice

A Message from Kevin Díaz - Compassion & Choices President & CEO of Compassion & Choices and Compassion & Choices Action Network Dear Friends, Today, I write to you with deep humility and immense gratitude. After over a decade at Compassion & Choice...

4/4: Please take a moment to read more about Kevin and the future of the #EndOfLifeMovement: candc.link/KevinD%C3%AD...

3/4: Under Kevin’s leadership, we will continue to advance legal and legislative victories for #MedicalAidInDying and other #EndOfLifeOptions, strengthen partnerships and deepen our commitment to equity in care, ensuring no community is left behind.

2/4: While Kevin has served as our interim CEO since last fall, he has also been with Compassion & Choices for 10 years as the chief legal advocacy officer, leading major legislative and legal victories for our organization.

🧵 1/4: We have great news! The Compassion & Choices and Compassion & Choices Action Network boards are delighted to announce that we have officially appointed Kevin Díaz as the president and CEO of both organizations.

#HealthJustice #EndOfLifeChoices

"If there's one thing I know about our community, it's this: we show our love through action. Planning ahead whether it's for your funeral, your medical wishes, or your finances - is another way to take care of your family." María Otero Director of Priority Populations

“We show our love through action.” 💛

This #ImmigrantHeritageMonth, we celebrate the strength of our communities and the ways we care for each other, including planning ahead. Find free, multilingual end-of-life resources here: loom.ly/_8SK6yY

#MesDeLaHerenciaInmigrante #EndOfLifeCare

“If something happens, I can come right down there and help you—no problem, sweetie.”

When Anita’s daughter turned 18, they had a talk that brought peace of mind & ensured Mom could show up when it mattered most. Learn more about #AdvanceCarePlanning: candc.org/advance-care-planning

"We're a community that knows how to band together during difficult times, collectively resist stigma, shame, and erasure, and do the creative, transformative work of living our lives in ways that honor our truest selves... these are relevant skills when dealing with death and grief." Zena Sharman LGBTQ+ health advocate To the left of this quote, a painted blue flower lies over a pale yellow paper-textured background, and beneath it is a dark blue banner that says "Pride Month."

The LGBTQ+ community deserves compassionate end-of-life healthcare. That's why we offer resources to help create advance care plans that reflect your values and priorities. Learn more and get started this Pride Month! loom.ly/ON0klo4

#LGBTQHealth #PrideMonth #Pride2025 #EndOfLifeChoices

The cover of our spring magazine features our highlight articles, as well as end-of-life options advocates Lynda Bluestein, Marie Cooper and Deltra James. The background of this image is made up of rich floral accents.

Our spring edition of Compassion & Choices Magazine is available now! Download your copy today: bit.ly/SpringMag2025

#EndOfLifeChoices #EndOfLifeCare #MedicalAidInDying #HealthJustice #OtherSideDocumentary

Our Senior Staff Attorney Jess Pezley, explores the current legal landscape surrounding #MedicalAidInDying legislation in CA and across the U.S., addressing challenges, misconceptions & its connection to broader #HealthcareRights.

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A woman with curly gray hair and glasses sits outdoors in a grassy field. She is in a bright orange jacket, a white scarf, and light blue jeans. She is smiling and cradling a golden retriever against her side. There is a quote overlaid on this image: "As my spouse lay dying of ALS, Compassion & Choices became his 'lifeline' to advocating for a fuller range of end-of-life options. Since his death, I have volunteered in order to offer greater physical and emotional peace to terminally ill Montanans and other Americans." — Doris Fischer, Sheridan, MT. The Compassion & Choices logo appears in the bottom right corner.

It's #NationalVolunteerWeek! We are so thankful for the volunteers who are essential in driving our movement forward, Doris Fischer of Montana, who has been with us since 2009. Access our resources here: compassionandchoices.org/volunteer/vo...

#Volunteers #ThankYouVolunteers #Volunteering

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Peace of Mind Starts with a Plan: Financial Planning for Latino Families. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting... Financial planning is often overlooked in Latino communities, leaving families burdened with unexpected costs and uncertainty after a loved one passes. This webinar will address the cultural and syste...

Join us in partnership with Latinx Voces Task Force on April 23 for a webinar that focuses on end-of-life planning barriers specific to the Latino community. RSVP now! candc.link/PlanPeaceOfM...

#FinancialWellness #EndOfLifeCare #LatinoLeaders #LatinoVoicesMatter #LatinoHealth

Miss Norma, an elderly woman with curly gray hair and glasses, smiles warmly while sitting at a table with a drink topped with whipped cream. Text on the image is a quote from Miss Norma: "I know one thing, if they tell me I have cancer I don’t want any of that chemo, no poking and prodding — no treatment. I’ll just leave it be." Her birth and death dates are also listed: March 31, 1925 – September 30, 2016

Miss Norma, wearing a white button-down shirt and glasses, sits beside her daughter-in-law Ramie, who wears a white cap and tie-dye shirt. They're both laughing and enjoying each other's company. Above the women, there is a quote from Ramie about helping families discuss end-of-life choices: "Our greatest hope is that Miss Norma's story will help other families have an easier time broaching this difficult subject. Although we know that driving your loved one around in a motorhome at the end of their life is certainly not the answer for everyone, we must ask, 'How would you like to be walked home?'"

Miss Norma, wearing a white button-down shirt and glasses, sits beside her daughter-in-law Ramie, who wears a white cap and tie-dye shirt. They're both laughing and enjoying each other's company. The image features text: "Compassion & Choices is your partner in end-of-life planning. Free resources available at: candc.org/tools"

Driving Miss Norma chose to forgo treatment and embraced living on her own terms. Her story serves as a powerful reminder: You deserve a say in your care.

How would you like to be walked home? Explore your options on this #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay: candc.org/tools

#EndofLifeChoices #NHDD

Close-up of a red check mark on a crisp white paper with black boxes, symbolizing completion.

A recent JAMA Health Forum study revealed that only one in four adults with advanced cancer over the age of 65 received palliative or hospice care. Tomorrow is #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay — learn how to protect your end-of-life care preferences! loom.ly/qkOlnXk

#PalliativeCare #EndOfLifeChoices