Explore options, and share stories as you write your Health Care Directive. Working in a group setting ensures you complete this important document. Additionally, consider joining us for the “Speaking of Dying” film screening. Laurel Riedel, a nurse midwife with nearly 30 years of experience at Hennepin County Medical Center, now focuses on assisting people in writing thoughtful Health Care Directives and facilitating end-of-life conversations. She believes the journey is more peaceful when we are clear about the comfort and care we want to surround us.

This 30-minute documentary addresses fears by promoting end-of-life planning and discussions. It highlights the importance of making choices before a crisis and showcases individuals who have found comfort and peace in their end-of-life process. The documentary aims to empower viewers to have open conversations about death and emphasizes that peaceful endings are achievable with proper planning. Presenter Laura Riedel