AI Assisted Legacy Program for Serious Illness Patients

This study is exploring a new kind of therapy program for people dealing with serious illnesses. The program uses artificial intelligence to help create a "legacy" document, which is a personal reflection of the patient's life. The goal is to help ease emotional distress and provide comfort by allowing patients to think about and share their life stories with loved ones. This can be especially important for patients who want to leave something meaningful for their family and friends. The study is being conducted at several locations under the Mayo Clinic and is considered to be low risk for participants. Participants in the study will work with a trained facilitator to talk about their life experiences and memories. These conversations are recorded and turned into a written document. The facilitator helps the patient review and edit the document to ensure it accurately reflects their thoughts and feelings. The final "legacy" document is then given to the patient to keep and share with their loved ones. This process is designed to be safe and supportive, providing emotional benefits to the participants by helping them create a tangible legacy.