At the end of life

Thinking about the end of your life is distant to many, and even something that can evoke unpleasant feelings. Although the end of life is not considered imminent, it may be important to take time to reflect on it. There is a lot to think about and often difficult decisions have to be made.

Many people have firm opinions about the treatment (and intervention) they would like near the end of life, e.g. regarding resuscitation. It is important to discuss this and to communicate your wishes to close family members and or healthcare professionals.

For married and cohabiting couples, a decision can be made about living in an undivided estate and the preparation of a will (in Icelandic) or inheritance issues.

It is not uncommon for people to have arrangements for funerals, choice of music and the like. Here you find helpful information (in Icelandic).

In old age, many people face the loss of a close loved one or even a loved one. Many individuals find it overwhelming to deal with grief, although deaths is with the grief of such loss, although death is sometimes seen as euphoria from suffering for the deceased. There are many symptoms of grief and it is good to know them.

Association of Senior Citizens, you can find a brochure (in Icelandic) on practical information on the death of a spouse.