How end-of-life doulas (EOLDs) are improving hospices care metrics through improved ACP conversations

End of life care decisions are especially important to address upstream for dementia patients

Hawaii seeks to cover palliative care through Medicaid

International Doula Life Movement dual wields Thanacare's end-of-life care platform.

Poor patient knowledge and misguided expectations lead to a lot of bad decisions.

The experiences of dying doctors can influence our perspective on what matters as we approach the inevitable.

Documenting your end of life wishes to avoid optimism bias. How communicating your wishes effectively can help you and your loved ones.

Death is a universal experience, yet it remains one of the most feared and avoided topics in our society. Death doulas bring a human-centered approach to end-of-life care.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving procedure that has been used for decades. While it can save your life, it's important to fully understand the potential consequences.

Choosing to die well is not about being afraid of death. It is about accepting death as a natural part of life and making the most of the time we have left.

A story about two brothers who had strokes, and how having an ACP made a difference.

Why ownership of one's end of life care plan is important

While futile care in America is an unstudied subject, there is still evidence to understand how it may affect patients, providers, and families.

Interventional radiologists utilize advance care planning to make informed decisions when the patient is unable to communicate their preferences

End-of-life care should prioritize quality of life over quantity of life to respect patient preferences and provide patient-centered care.

POV: Benefits of ACP completion

CMS increased reimbursement for advance care planning services in 2021 to incentivize providers and improve access for Medicare beneficiaries. Let's look at the before and after.

Vermont House Passes Bill for Remote Witnessing of Advance Directives: Balancing Convenience and Safeguards

Simplified technology can support street-level advance care planning for the homeless.

All stakeholders benefit immensely when ACP completion rates are raised.

Thanacare supports ACP access for all cultures and circumstances

Let's highlight the importance of ACP for individuals to make informed decisions, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the quality of care.

Advance Care Planning initiatives in Value Based Care can provide culturally competent care advance care planning and a better chance at dying outside of the hospital.

During end of life care, scalable ACP unlocks immense values for the patient, family, provider, and all stakeholders.