Seeing Death Clearly A Daughter's Intimate Journey with Her Father with Yvonne Caputo on the Power of Advanced Directives
Yvonne Caputo, from Southeastern Pennsylvania, is deliciously semi-retired after a varied career. She began in education, moved to the area, and leveraged her second master's degree in clinical psychology to work in employee assistance. Eventually, she became the vice president of human resources for a retirement community, which was her last full-time job.
Her experience in the retirement community provided deep insights into aging, observing both the grace and struggles of residents and the critical importance of advanced directives. This perspective was invaluable when caring for her parents.
Her experience informed her own end-of-life planning, including completing an advanced directive and the "Five Wishes" document. She has had thorough discussions with her children and stepchildren about her wishes, emphasizing not wanting them to personally care for her but to find a good place for her when the time comes.
A poignant story she shares involves her father, they went through the document question by question, leading to an intimate and precious moment between them. His wishes were witnessed and shared with his medical team, making his final days more comfortable and aligned with his desires. Yvonne's father passed away in January 2010. This clarity helped Yvonne and her family ensure his final wishes were respected.
Yvonne highlights the importance of these conversations and documents, not only for ensuring one's wishes are respected but also for the peace and clarity they bring to loved ones. She emphasizes that while such discussions might seem daunting, they often lead to profound and intimate connections, as they did with her father.
Through her work and personal experiences, Yvonne advocates for others to engage in end-of-life planning. She believes that these preparations allow individuals to live their lives fully, knowing that their final wishes will be honored. She continues to share her journey and insights, encouraging others to embrace this important aspect of life.
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