I witnessed my first Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD) death recently. This dear friend – a neighbor, and all-around great guy with a curious mind always surprised me when he shared bits and pieces of his life. I was not surprised, however, when he decided to utilize MAiD. Dan chose a day in October. ThatContinue reading “This Choice is Yours”
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A Simple Chair Ritual for Comfort
Years ago, I was geographically far from a loved one when they were gravely ill. Feeling lonely and helpless can be overwhelming. If we can take a moment to catch our breath, those feelings will slowly get smaller and we can give ourselves the space to honor our loved one. The following chair ritual wasContinue reading “A Simple Chair Ritual for Comfort”
Get to Know You
You heard from me and my passion to assist at end of life. To sit with you as you face your last days. To offer assistance to your family and caregivers as they circle your bed or recliner wondering what to do next. They anxiously hold their breath when your breath slows down. Do youContinue reading “Get to Know You”