Posts by Suzanne
What Is an Advance Directive?
What Is an Advance Directive? Planning for the end of life is a deeply personal and essential task, yet it is often overlooked due to discomfort or uncertainty. One critical tool in this planning is the advance directive—a document designed to outline your medical preferences should you be unable to communicate them yourself. Despite its…
Read MoreEmbracing the Good Death: Filling the Gaps in End-of-Life Care
Embracing the Good Death: Filling the Gaps in End-of-Life Care When it comes to end-of-life care, many of us feel unprepared and unsure of how to navigate such a deeply emotional and practical experience. Yet, supporting someone at the end of their life is an act of profound love and connection. Whether it’s a family…
Read More5 Ways to Cultivate Wellness Through Presence, Self-Care, and Healing
5 Ways to Cultivate Wellness Through Presence, Self-Care, and Healing Life’s challenges often serve as wake-up calls, urging us to prioritize our well-being and embrace the present moment. By taking small, actionable steps, we can build a life that feels balanced, joyful, and deeply fulfilling. Here are five practical ways to cultivate wellness through simple…
Read MoreHow Prepared Are You to Support Someone at the End of Life?
How Prepared Are You to Support Someone at the End of Life? Death is a universal experience, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and feared aspects of life. For centuries, it was regarded as a sacred rite of passage, deeply integrated into the fabric of communities. Today, however, our modern society often isolates…
Read MoreThe First Phase of End of Life and What You Can Do To Support the Dying
The First Phase of End of Life and What You Can Do To Support the Dying The journey of supporting a loved one at the end of life can be overwhelming, especially when the situation changes rapidly and feelings of shock and grief set in. As caregivers, family members, or friends, we often want to…
Read MoreHow to Be a Confident Caregiver
How to Be a Confident Caregiver Caring for a loved one at the end of life can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools, knowledge, and a proactive mindset, it is possible to approach this sacred time with confidence and grace. From understanding your options for disposition to learning how to care for someone in…
Read MoreWhat is Hospice Care? What is the “Hospice Gap” and How Do You Fill It?
What is Hospice Care? What is the “Hospice Gap” and How Do You Fill It? Hospice care is a beautiful model designed to provide compassionate end-of-life support, focusing on comfort and dignity. However, many people are unaware of a growing issue in hospice care today—the “Hospice Gap.” This gap represents the disparity between what hospice…
Read MoreUnderstanding the History of Death and Why It Became the Number One Fear | Doulagivers Institute
Understanding the History of Death and Why It Became the Number One Fear For many of us, the concept of death brings a deep sense of fear. But how did something so natural become the number one fear worldwide? This blog explores the history of our relationship with death, how we’ve lost touch with its…
Read MoreDoula Houses to Solve the End-of-Life Crisis: A New Way Forward | Doulagivers Institute
Doula Houses to Solve the End-of-Life Crisis: A New Way Forward In today’s rapidly aging world, the demand for compassionate end-of-life care has never been more pressing. Many of our Doulagiver graduates are wanting to open Doula Houses. Doula Houses will be non-medical holistic end of life care homes that are run by certified Doulagivers…
Read MorePain Management for the Dying: A Compassionate Approach | Doulagivers Institute
Pain Management for the Dying: A Compassionate Approach Caring for a loved one at the end of life is a profound responsibility, one that can be both emotionally and physically challenging. Effective pain management is crucial during this time, not just for the comfort of the patient, but for the peace of mind of those…
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