Read the latest and most popular End of Life Articles from Next Avenue.
Create the meaningful tradition that's right for you
MAY 22, 2019 | By Rachael Rifkin
Frank advice from Chanel Reynolds, author of 'What Matters Most'
MAY 14, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg
These letter templates have the potential to significantly improve your care
MAY 8, 2019 | By Grace Birnstengel
This expert offers what she calls the three keys to 'sage-ing'
MAY 1, 2019 | By Jann E. Freed
The choice makes sense to some people — including this writer
APRIL 30, 2019 | By Kevyn Burger
A new fellowship in Oregon deepens clinics’ understanding of treating patients
APRIL 12, 2019 | By Beth Baker
Have you considered how to pass on your non-material assets?
APRIL 11, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter
The Oscar-nominated documentary also spotlights palliative and hospice care
APRIL 9, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter
Gaining in popularity, the gatherings differ in types and purpose
MARCH 25, 2019 | By Bill Ward
Tips for creating a meaningful farewell for someone, or for yourself
MARCH 15, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter
When the subject is addiction, there are no easy answers
MARCH 11, 2019 | By Paula Ganzi Licata
Appropriate cards are tough to find, so here's advice from end-of-life experts
MARCH 6, 2019 | By Kevyn Burger
Sometimes the choices on forms don't match your life
FEBRUARY 22, 2019 | By Jill Smolowe
Tips on passing down your values and 3 key documents you need
FEBRUARY 7, 2019 | By Richard Eisenberg
‘The Widower’s Notebook’ examines the impact of his wife’s sudden death on his life
JANUARY 31, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger
Funerals can infuse an article of clothing with memory and emotion
JANUARY 29, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter
This generation was particularly hard hit by discrimination
JANUARY 17, 2019 | By Matthew S. Bajko
It'll lead to faster, better decisions and leave more time for patient interaction
JANUARY 3, 2019 | By Jeanette Beebe
Our best essays, how-to guides and feature stories from the past year
DECEMBER 28, 2018 | By The Editors
'Why Religion?' author Elaine Pagels talks about her struggles and finding connection
DECEMBER 26, 2018 | By Diane Cole
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