You will never guess what song people would most like to hear at the end of their lives. It is “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston, according to the British charity Marie Curie. Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” came in at number two.
Marie Curie has released a groundbreaking Spotify playlist curated by terminally ill people. The playlist, featuring a diverse range of music from upbeat dance tracks to moving melodies, was created as part of a new campaign highlighting the power of music in the final stages of life. Each track was carefully selected by individuals nearing the end of their lives to be included on their personal “end-of-life playlist.”
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Over 1,000 respondents from the United Kingdom who had lost loved ones shared their loved ones’ favorite songs. The most popular choices were included in Marie Curie’s inaugural playlist, “Music for the End.”
“The importance of making sure those at the end of life get all the care and support they need when they need it is highlighted many times in the PADDUK report,” said Marie Curie. “Quality of life is the cornerstone of good palliative care and for people this means ensuring their final years, months, and days include having their physical and mental wellbeing needs met, access to care at all times, and privacy – all of which can be lacking if not receiving timely and proper care.”
Jan Palmer has been a Marie Curie Nurse for more than twenty years. Based at the Marie Curie Hospice, Cardiff and the Vale, she works within the specialist palliative care team as well as on the Marie Curie Support Line, helping callers from across the UK. Jan said:
“The PADDUK report reveals what’s most important to dying people, and it’s certainly no surprise that quality of life is central – with being free of pain, being able to maintain dignity and self-respect, and being surrounded by loved ones topping the list. This rings true with what my colleagues and I hear every day from the people we support, whether that’s in the hospice, in people’s own homes or on the Support Line.
“What is deeply concerning is how often these basic needs aren’t met. Everyone deserves the best possible palliative and end of life care, no matter who they are and where they live.
“As Marie Curie Nurses, we’re passionate about helping people have the best possible end of life care. Day and night, our hospice and hospice at home teams provide a holistic range of practical and emotional care and support, from administering pain relieving medicine and supporting overwhelmed families to helping people choose what music they want to listen to at the end.”
Marie Curie is a renowned charity organization that has been providing vital support to people living with cancer and terminal illnesses since 1899. Founded in the United Kingdom, Marie Curie has expanded its reach to become a global leader in palliative care.
