Talking about death and dying is often uncomfortable, sometimes confusing, and almost always difficult. Salem Public Library invites you to get uncomfortable with us as we provide an opportunity for community members to do the important work of exploring the process of death and dying in America. In this series of community conversations, staff will act as facilitators and work to establish a respectful and supportive space for everyone to contribute their thoughts, share questions, and explore the ideas from the readings and videos. Each of the three discussions will have its own focus:

• Session 1: March 21 - End-of-Life Care 
• Session 2: April 18 - Facing Mortality 
• Session 3: May 16 - After Death

Resource List: Facing Mortality
We ask that you read, watch, or listen to one of the following resources before the conversation about facing mortality.

Books:Death And Dying : End-Of-Life Controversies by Sandra Alters

When My Time Comes : Conversations About Whether Those Who Are Dying Should Have The Right To Determine When Life Should End by Diane Rhem

At Peace : Choosing A Good Death After A Long Life by Samuel Harrignton 

Modern Death : How Medicine Changed The End Of Life Haider Warraich 

Articles/Reports:

Death With Dignity Act 2022 Data Summary Report - Oregon Health Authority 

Suicide Statistics - American Foundation of Suicide Prevention 

Euthanasia & MAID Around the World - Britanica ProCon

Services for Seniors and People With Disabilities - Oregon.gov

Visual Media: 

Days before death - Dr. Paulien Moyaert

Talk About Your Death While Your Still Healthy - TED

How to Die in Oregon - Peter Richardson

For more information, contact Salem Public Library at library@cityofsalem.net or 503-588-6315.