Category Archives: end of life care

GeriPal – Excellent Podcasts!

GeriPal is an excellent source of clinical knowledge. Wide ranging topics, many of  which at first glance seem that they could be a bit dry, are presented in an interesting lively way. The podcasts, like this one about end of … Continue reading

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An Educational Resource for Clinicians

Since I have started working in Hospice care I have used Medbridge.com extensively in my work, especially for continuaing ed. I’ve always been impressed with the quality of the programs and resources. If you don’t already know about it, it’s … Continue reading

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Interesting and Eclectic Podcasts about Death and Dying

I was doing some research the other day and came across an excellent article which lists a wide variety of audio podcasts about many different facets of death and dying. I am especially appreciating The Adventures of Memento Mori. and … Continue reading

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Seeking Ceremony and End of Life Planning

A few websites were suggested by a friend in reference to work that she is doing with the Clear Light Funeral, which we will be writing much more about in the near future. She says: “The Lantern.co is a very … Continue reading

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How to do a Reading

Listed below are some simple steps to help you in doing a prayer or reading. We don’t presume to tell anyone how to perform his or her spiritual practice. That is a personal matter left to the individual. What we present … Continue reading

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What is Labyrinth Reading?

For many years, since 1974, the first time a reading from the American Book of the Dead was offered to help another being “in transit” or  passing, we have been collecting stories about the often remarkable events and results surrounding … Continue reading

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