On an extremely cold Saturday afternoon in early February 2019, a group of people came together for AHPCA’s first-ever Death Cafe. This is the story of how we got there and what happened. In late summer 2018, Laura Walsh approached…
Everyone Needs a Grief Friend 5 Qualities to Consider “Why would I tell you deep things when I don’t know you?” As a counselor and narrative therapist, I engage people who don’t know me all the time. And I want…
This article from LinkedIn continues society’s discussion about balancing quality of life against life-prolonging interventions. Dr. Profeta presents the issue from the perspective of the elderly. I Know You Love Me — Now Let Me Die by Dr. Louis M. Profeta Jan 16, 2016 In…
Talking to children about death and dying can be a daunting task for many reasons; for instance, a child’s understanding of death and dying depends on their age and stage of development. However, if a child is asking a question, they are…
Holidays are a wonderful time to get away from our normal activities, but have you ever considered your holiday travels as a time to educate your family on death and dying? Every year, I’m drawn back to the town where…
Most people avoid death conversations like the plague. When I have the opportunity, I try to stir up conversations around the topic of death, dying and grief. I know most people prefer to talk about lighter things, but I find…
Advance Care Planning aka “Auntie Annie wanted chicken…” “What would happen if you had a sudden illness or injury and could not make your own decisions? How would your family, friends or health care team know your wishes? Who would speak…