In August, we proudly sponsored and attended the annual conference of UnidosUS — the largest Latino civil rights organization in the United States. It was a meaningful opportunity to connect with fellow Latino leaders and advocates and share bilingual end-of-life planning resources with attendees.
Compassion & Choices is proud to offer a host of tools and resources to help you and your loved ones “finish strong” by planning for an end-of-life experience that matches the life you’ve enjoyed – defined by love, purpose and agency.
Motivated by the impact of racism, inequity and disparities in end-of-life care, we are connecting with people nationwide to spread the word about the importance of end-of-life care planning and accessing quality end-of-life care.
Since 2015, Compassion & Choices has made an intentional effort to reach Latino and Hispanic communities across the U.S. with end-of-life resources and support. Through events, storytelling, creating free bilingual resources, collaborating with partners, and more, Compassion & Choices is addressing inequities and equipping all people to take charge of their end-of-life care.
Did you know that 82% of Hispanic and Latino adults don’t have a will or estate plan? Financial planning is often overlooked in Latino communities, which can leave families with unexpected costs, difficult decisions, and uncertainty after a loved one passes. In a recent webinar co-hosted with the Latinx Task Force, María Otero of Compassion…
Luis Aceves is the newest member of the Latino Leadership Council at Compassion & Choices, a group of leaders committed to advancing health equity and expanding end-of-life options within Latino and Hispanic communities across the United States.
Language and communication barriers, cultural differences, and a lack of familiarity with the U.S. healthcare system and insurance are common challenges for immigrant and first-generation caregivers.
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