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Conversations for Life™ are essential conversations for living and dying well.

Our educational programmes teach healthcare professionals and the public how to talk about what matters most.

Our community-based initiatives, resources and a web-based campaign raise the critical awareness, motivation and confidence in the roles we each play in choosing the best of what’s possible for our last days of living and partnering to ensure our wishes are met.

WHY CONVERSATIONS FOR LIFE™?

An E-Patients Interview of Conversations for Life™ – READ >>

Studies show that most of us expect our families to carry out our wishes about end-of-life care — yet 75 percent admit we have never clearly articulated what those wishes are. And our families are afraid to ask.

Legislation in some areas requires healthcare professionals to ask about our preferences for our care, yet these conversations require education and training to best support patients and families.

• 40% of us are caring for an elderly parent or loved one.
• 80% of us want to live our last days at home, yet fewer than 30% do.
• How can we make a difference for ourselves and those we care for?
• Why must we talk about this now?
• Traditional planning and forms will not ensure compassionate care.
• Conversations-can.