Very stimulating to discuss end of life questions with an audience made up of those who provide services for the aged. We were at a networking breakfast meeting organised by Louise Mace, managing director of New Way To Stay, held on Thursday, November 14. The talk zeroed in on the way the elderly are often […]
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A Good Death by Margaret Rice is now available for purchase online.
A Good Death is a guide to facilitate much needed conversation and provide resources for grief management and palliative care.
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Burial in a shroud – no coffin.
I've attached a great article from the Canadian newspaper, Edmonton Journal, which shows the growing acceptance of shrouds with no coffin burials, even among … Read More about Burial in a shroud – no coffin.
Want to join us for a talk?
The next talks will be held at: … Read More about Want to join us for a talk?
Talk and tea – at Collins Booksellers, Thirroul.
A group met on Sunday, 3 November, 2019 at Collins Booksellers, 5/264 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Thirroul, NSW. The best thing about it was that a group of strangers … Read More about Talk and tea – at Collins Booksellers, Thirroul.
Palliative Care
Is death painful or more like uncomfortable?
The subject of painful death came up during a recent discussion about the palliative care needs of the elderly. “It’s … Read More about Is death painful or more like uncomfortable?
Gather My Crew – can help you share the love and support
“Hello, I’m just calling on behalf of an organisation called ‘Gather My Crew’,” Susan said when she rang in to Jon … Read More about Gather My Crew – can help you share the love and support
Resources
Burial in a shroud – no coffin.
I've attached a great article from the Canadian newspaper, Edmonton Journal, which shows the growing acceptance of … Read More about Burial in a shroud – no coffin.
Making music as a way to say goodbye
Here is a wonderful example of how we can bring our talents and who we are right up to the experience of the death of … Read More about Making music as a way to say goodbye