End-of-Life Resources
The following resources are offered to support individuals and families navigating end-of-life planning, active dying, and early grief. These materials are educational in nature and do not replace medical or legal advice.
Advance Care Planning & Difficult Conversations:
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The Conversation Project – Tools and guidance for discussing end-of-life wishes with loved ones.
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End of Life Planning Resources – Practical planning tools and educational materials.
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End of Life Choices Oregon – Information about Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act and end-of-life options.
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Compassionate Choices– Information about Death with Dignity Laws by state
Hospice & End-of-Life Education
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End Well Project – Education and advocacy to transform the end-of-life experience.
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National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA) – Information about the role of end-of-life doulas.
After-Death & Home Funeral Resources
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National Home Funeral Alliance – Education and guidance for families considering home funerals or after-death body care.
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The Forest Conservation Burial Ground (OR) – Conservation burial options in Oregon
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White Eagle Memorial Preserve– Natural burial grounds in Washington
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Green Burial Council – National organization providing information about environmentally sustainable burial practices and certified green burial providers.
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Recompose (WA) – Human composting (natural organic reduction) services serving Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
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Renew Cremation Services (Portland, OR) – Human composting (natural organic reduction) in the Portland area, including support for families choosing home vigil prior to cremation.