Upcoming Book Selection
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Hard Choices for Loving People: CPR, Feeding Tubes, Palliative Care, Comfort Measures, and the Patient with a Serious Illness, Sixth Edition, is a guide for helping patients and families with end-of-life decisions.
--BOOK TOPICS INCLUDE-- - Considering the goals of medical care before making healthcare decisions - Treatments such as CPR, feeding tubes, dialysis, pacemakers, implanted defibrillators, hospitalization, palliative care, and hospice care as they apply to patients with a serious illness - The emotional and spiritual concerns at the end of life for people of any or no faith tradition; the journey at the final stages of life is framed as a journey of letting go and letting be Dr. Ira Byock, founder and chief medical officer of the Providence Institute for Human Caring and author of Dying Well, endorses the book as 'clear and concise, yet sensitive to the emotional turmoil of potential readers. Over the years, Hard Choices for Loving People is the book I have recommended most often to families confronting the complexities of medical treatments for loved ones with serious illnesses.' Since the book was first published in 1990, more than 3.8 million copies have been sold. Hard Choices is available as an audiobook and in Spanish, Decisiones Difíciles para los Seres Queridos. |
Previous Selections
Thursday, July 10, 2025 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM MST
Join us for an engaging online book club discussion of The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnusson. This witty, wise, and practical guide explores the Swedish practice of “döstädning”—a thoughtful approach to decluttering with purpose and grace. Whether you're downsizing, simplifying, or just curious about making space for what truly matters, this conversation will inspire reflection and laughter. Together, we’ll talk about letting go, legacy, and how to spark meaningful change in our lives and homes. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, share stories, and find joy in the unexpected art of death cleaning!
- Choice & Dignity's vice-President, Tracy Corbin will facilitate our online discussion.
Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest
Saturday, March 15, 2025 - 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM MST
The doctor’s office called. It’s not good news. What comes next?
When you are diagnosed with a life-changing illness, it can be overwhelming. While your diagnosis cannot be changed, the way you experience your illness can.
In Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest, Dr. Seow and Dr. Winemaker
have combined their decades of palliative care research and experience in caring for seriously ill patients. They have harnessed the advice of thousands of patients to create a roadmap that every patient and family will benefit from. In it, they share the 7 keys to unlock a better illness experience and reveal stories, tips and exercises to improve your journey right from diagnosis. These two compassionate experts empower you with practical tools to take charge of your life-changing diagnosis and navigate the health care system with confidence, knowledge, and calm.
This book is about hope in the face of uncertainty. It’s about how to live well, be fully informed, and be activated. How to feel more like a person, not a patient. But most of all, how to be hopeful and prepared at every step along the way.
Choice & Dignity's Jim Schultz will facilitate the discussion
The doctor’s office called. It’s not good news. What comes next?
When you are diagnosed with a life-changing illness, it can be overwhelming. While your diagnosis cannot be changed, the way you experience your illness can.
In Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest, Dr. Seow and Dr. Winemaker
have combined their decades of palliative care research and experience in caring for seriously ill patients. They have harnessed the advice of thousands of patients to create a roadmap that every patient and family will benefit from. In it, they share the 7 keys to unlock a better illness experience and reveal stories, tips and exercises to improve your journey right from diagnosis. These two compassionate experts empower you with practical tools to take charge of your life-changing diagnosis and navigate the health care system with confidence, knowledge, and calm.
This book is about hope in the face of uncertainty. It’s about how to live well, be fully informed, and be activated. How to feel more like a person, not a patient. But most of all, how to be hopeful and prepared at every step along the way.
Choice & Dignity's Jim Schultz will facilitate the discussion
Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss"
Friday, January 10, 2025 - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM MST
Join us for an engaging discussion of Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss" a deeply moving exploration of love, dignity, and the complexities surrounding assisted dying. This memoir chronicles Bloom's journey with her husband, Brian, as they navigate the devastating realities of his Alzheimer's diagnosis and the heart-wrenching decision to end his life on his own terms at Dignitas in Zurich.
Why You Should Read "In Love"
Join us for an engaging discussion of Amy Bloom's "In Love: A Memoir of Love and Loss" a deeply moving exploration of love, dignity, and the complexities surrounding assisted dying. This memoir chronicles Bloom's journey with her husband, Brian, as they navigate the devastating realities of his Alzheimer's diagnosis and the heart-wrenching decision to end his life on his own terms at Dignitas in Zurich.
Why You Should Read "In Love"
- A Unique Perspective on Love and Loss: Bloom’s narrative is not just about the sorrow of losing a loved one but also celebrates their vibrant relationship and the choices they make together in the face of terminal illness. The memoir invites readers to reflect on what it means to love someone deeply while facing their inevitable decline.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The book addresses critical themes such as autonomy, dignity in death, and the emotional complexities of caregiving. It challenges readers to confront their own beliefs about life, death, and the choices we make for ourselves and those we love.
- Rich Emotional Landscape: Bloom's writing is characterized by her sharp wit and candid insights, making this memoir both heartbreaking and beautifully crafted. The alternating chapters provide a dual perspective that enriches the narrative, allowing readers to connect with both Bloom's experiences and Brian's thoughts
- Choice & Dignity's Board Vice-President Tracy Corbin will facilitate our online discussion.
- The Meeting will run from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m Arizona Time