Death is not a subject many wish to dwell upon, but nature will make us all contemplate the fact when it comes time to unspring the mortal coil. Before that time, however, much can be done to make sure that a person departs on as many of their own terms as possible. An advanced care directive is one way as it clearly states a person’s wishes concerning life support which may not be the same as the person who would otherwise make the call. In addition, explicitly stated wishes about the location of death should be given; a large majority state they wish to die in their homes though facts show only a minority will have the privilege. Ultimately, planning for death is about taking as much control over the inevitable as possible and should always be encouraged for all people.
See, A Better Way to Die, Bloomberg, July 12, 2015.
Special thanks to Jim Hillhouse for bringing this article to my attention.
