Dying Well
Official website for respected palliative care physician and author
Ira Byock, M.D. The website includes helpful articles, a study guide
for his book
Dying Well, and information on organizations working
in end-of-life care. In addition to
Dying Well, which was released
in 1997, Dr. Byock has published a number of other books and essays, many
of which are available online.
Finding Our Way: Living with Dying
Companion website for a series of newspaper articles on end of life care
and challenges faced by those with terminal illness. Moving personal stories,
study guides, comprehensive list of support organizations. One segment
deals specifically with violent or sudden death.
Griefnet
Online community supporting those dealing with bereavement and loss.
Resources include two websites and nearly 40 mailing lists.
Growth House
Primary website for links and information on end of life issues from
a wide variety of sources.
Last Acts
US-based campaign to improve care at the end of life. Among its
goals are bringing death related issues out in the open and helping
individuals and organizations pursue better ways to care for the dying.
Making your loved one comfortable during the last days of life
Helpful article from the Mayo Clinic clinic that explains how to recognize
the signs of an approaching death. The article describes physical and emotional
changes the dying person may experience and offers practical advice for family
members and caregivers on how to best support patients through the process of dying.
On Our Own Terms
Official site for journalist Bill Moyers' public television special about dying
in America, which aired in September 2000. Provides information about the program segments,
as well as an excellent
list of
links to American organizations involved in care for the dying. Also of
interest is an
interview
with Bill Moyers about the series which appeared in the Fall 2000 issue of
Modern Maturity.
With Eyes Open
Official website for "With Eyes Open," a companion
program to On Our Own Terms designed to spark conversations on dying
among viewers. The website provides a wealth of resources including
discussion guides, program transcripts, advice from end-of-life
care experts, discussion forums, and a comprehensive list of
regional and national resources.
