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Views on Serious Illness and End-of-Life Care

When it comes to serious illness and the end of life, what have Californians experienced, and what do they want and need? A 2019 statewide survey, a follow-up to CHCF's 2012 Final Chapter report, examines people's views and experiences. Explore this collection to learn more.

Publication

Help Wanted: Californians’ Views and Experiences of Serious Illness and End-of-Life Care

October 2019
PerryUndem Research/Communication, Jen Joynt
Serious Illness & End-of-Life Care
In 2019, CHCF commissioned a statewide survey to better understand the type of medical care and services Californians would prefer to receive if they had a serious illness or if they were approaching the end of life, and to explore the experiences of those actually dealing with these issues themselves or with loved ones. This report shares selected findings from the survey, including key differences by race/ethnicity and income level.
CHCF Blog

Missed Opportunities in Serious Illness Care

October 30, 2019
Sunita Puri
Serious Illness & End-of-Life Care
A California physician shares lessons learned from compelling experiences as a palliative care specialist.
Press Release

Help Wanted: New Survey Finds Californians Seek Support Around Serious Illness and End-of-Life Care

Serious Illness & End-of-Life Care
In 2019, CHCF commissioned a statewide survey to better understand medical care and services Californians would prefer to receive if they had a serious illness or if they were approaching the end of life, and to explore the experiences of those actually dealing with these issues themselves or with loved ones. Help Wanted: Californians’ View and Experiences of Serious Illness and End-of-Life Care reports selected findings from the new survey and highlights key differences by race/ethnicity and income level. The survey is a follow-up to CHCF’s Final Chapter report released in 2012.
November 5, 2019

Webinar — Key Findings from 'Help Wanted: Californians' Views and Experiences of Serious Illness and End-of-Life Care'

Serious Illness & End-of-Life Care
November 5, 2019
In 2019, CHCF commissioned a statewide survey to better understand the type of medical care and services Californians would want if they had a serious illness or if they were approaching the end of life, and to explore the experiences of those actually dealing with these issues themselves or with loved ones. Join us for a webinar discussion of key findings from the survey.
Publication

Final Chapter: Californians' Attitudes and Experiences with Death and Dying

February 2012
Lake Research Partners, Coalition for Compassionate Care of California
Serious Illness & End-of-Life Care
Most Californians would prefer to die a natural death at home without becoming a burden on family. Yet according to this survey, a disconnect exists between what they want and reality.