Publisher's Synopsis
Find answers inside about end-of-life transition from this collection of experiences written by compassionate, skilled, and inspiring practitioners in the area of end-of-life such as hospice, palliative care, thanatology, paramedic services, personal support work, education, and death doula work.
The co-authors are bold spirits exemplifying what it means to step up in a very open and often vulnerable way in the field of end-of-life care.
Janet Booth * Gale Gagnier * Terrence Ho *Lesley James * Ashlee Jansen * Shannon Koppenhoefer * Janice Lombardo * Tamelynda Lux * Olga Nikolajev *Siby Varghese * Chrystal Waban
You will indeed be moved by this compilation of inspiring stories, quotes, and real-life insights concerning end-of-life from a diversity of practitioner perspectives. In this book:
- compelling stories of caring at end-of-life transition,
- examples of how specific needs of the dying were addressed,
- inspiring experiences and ah-ha moments,
- self-care tips and strategies for managing as a caregiver,
- quotes and books that inspire,
- what practitioners wish they had known when they began on the journey as practitioners in end-of-life care and what they discovered.
"Writing down our stories gives voice to the importance of end-of-life care. Sharing them offers the gift of hope." Tamelynda Lux, Founder, Bold Spirit Press
