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5 Regrets of the Dying

Don't wait for your health to fail before living the life you want to live. Read

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A Widow's Story

Joyce Carol Oates

When “my husband died, my life collapsed.” Those were the words of author, Joyce Carol Oates about the unexpected death of her husband. Listen

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Modern Hospice Care

Terminal patients and their families face many hard decisions. However, hospice care offers relief and dignity to the dying. Listen

Keeping Memories Alive

Retired firefighter Lee Ielpi lost a son on 9/11. Today at Ground Zero, he shares stories about victims, survivors and heroes. read

Saying Goodbye, Finding Renewal through Loss

Authors Dr. Joseph Nowinski and Dr. Barbara Okun explore the modern day process of grief in their new book, Saying Goodbye. Listen

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The Truth About Grief

5 Surprising Truths About Grief

New research reveals that common conceptions about dealing with loss are all wrong. read

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Playing Taps Never Gets Old for Albert Madden

Retired soldier, 92, travels all over to perform the tune. read

Por amor a papá y mamá

Loving Dad

A long weekend in Phoenix to spend time with my parents turned into a deathwatch for my father. read

Getting Your Will Right

One legacy you don't want to leave: a family fighting over your assets. read

Getting the Facts About Hospice Care

Many caregivers and their loved ones are unaware of the benefits of hospice care and the aid it can provide during the end stage of a terminal illness. Learn more about this service and who it is available to. read

Grave Site Concierge Services

You don't need to leave home to take care of a loved one's grave site. read

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