Stories

The power of personal stories to inspire and drive change is undeniable. Everyone has a story and we want to hear your voice. Share your story, today.

Danna Nelson advocated for the option of medical aid in dying in her home state of Minnesota before her death at age 26 from a rare cancer.

“Cancer has robbed me of a lot of power and control in my life. So it's been really important to take that back step by step, and having the option of medical aid in dying would allow me to say, ‘Hey cancer, this isn’t your decision, this is mine.'"

COVID-19 heightened the importance of advance care planning for Cecilia Vasquez-Vigil, an otherwise healthy Texas woman.

“I wish I had known these resources were available to me and my family at the outset. I hope by sharing my story, others will understand and use these resources.”

Don Pilcher’s wife died with Alzheimer’s disease. Don ensured her end-of-life wishes were heard and honored by her medical team.

“It’s crucial for people to understand that their lives are going to change in ways they cannot even begin to imagine and to have extensive conversations about that reality.”