Death Cafes-Liberating Conversations About Death
Death Cafes – the term may not initially inspire a sense of ease or comfort, but the reality is that Death Cafes serve as safe, guided environments for strangers to gather over vitalizing tea and cakes and discuss the tabooed subject of death in a manner that is...
End of Life Doulas & Hospice: The Best Support for the Patient
End of Life Doulas and Hospice care both offer services focused on the transition from life, but they vary in scope and what aspects of a patient’s wellbeing are tended to.
What is a Patient Advocate?
A person nearing the end of their life has often been diagnosed with a terminal illness, which can take a toll on physical and mental functioning, as well as induce severe emotional distress. In such times, it can be difficult for a patient to advocate on their own...
End of Life in the LGBTQ Community
Facing the end of life can certainly be a scary and uncertain time and may be fraught with additional challenges such as discrimination and prejudices for members of the LGBTQ community. The LGBTQ community has historically faced bias and marginalization, and, sadly,...