My friend Anna and I grabbed lunch recently to catch up. My time with Anna always proves to be thought-provoking, not only because she is a wonderful, caring person, but also because Anna and her husband, Bob, are experienced caregivers.  They helped Anna’s mother and two neighbors, one named Lorraine, through end-of-life issues. Because of their experience, Anna and Bob have been wonderful at “coaching” me in the multiple issues that I face with Mom’s end-of-life situation.

As Anna and...