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End of Life Planning
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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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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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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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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