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The Elephant In the Room: The Real Cost of Caregiving

Nobody wants to talk about this. And I get it — death and dying make people uncomfortable. Planning for the […]

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The Call I Receive Too Often — After It’s Too Late

Why Staying Connected During Illness Matters More Than You Think A few weeks ago, I received a call from someone […]

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Five Questions to Ask Before Agreeing to Any Medical Procedure

And Why Slowing Down Can Protect Your Quality of Life Most people assume that when a doctor recommends a procedure […]

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How to Prepare for the End of Life: 10 Key Points

What you will find in this guide Making your voice heard in medical decisions Securing your loved ones' futures financially […]

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What Exactly is an End-of-Life Doula? A Panel Discussion

I’m often asked to define my role. Is it medical? Is it like hospice? Why do I do this? In […]

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Before You Say Yes to Surgery: Questions Every Patient Should Ask

Why Medical Advocacy Matters Long Before the End of Life Recently, I became aware of a situation involving a man […]

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When Illness Gets Complicated, a Patient Advocate Can Help

When illness enters your life, most people expect medical care to feel… well, caring. Instead, they’re often surprised by how […]

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The Art of Evolved Living: My Conversation with Leanne McClain

When I talk about a "peaceful end of life," I’m not just referring to the final moments. To me, it’s […]

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The Difference Between Medical Care and Emotional Care at the End of Life

(And Why Both Matter — Especially When We Stop Talking About Them) If you were asked where you’d want to […]

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Two women hug. One is wearing a pink sweater; the other is wearing a pink scarf over her head. They appear to be comforting each other.

What Exactly is an End-of-Life Doula? A Panel Discussion

I’m often asked to define my role. Is it medical? Is it like hospice? Why do I do this? In […]

Read more

Two women hug. One is wearing a pink sweater; the other is wearing a pink scarf over her head. They appear to be comforting each other.

The Art of Evolved Living: My Conversation with Leanne McClain

When I talk about a "peaceful end of life," I’m not just referring to the final moments. To me, it’s […]

Read more