Monthly Archives: September 2016

Source: Grief is Letting Go of a Dream

Ageism in the workplace is toxic, and it hurts everyone. Source: You’re How Old? We’ll Be in Touch – The New York Times

Source: Band gives private concert for teen in hospice care – Hospice Action Network

Dr. Jason Mann, an oncologist for 30 years, is becoming a chaplain with Providence Portland Medical Center’s CPE residency program to help patients on an another level. Source: From doctor to chaplain: Why a Portland oncologist is graduating Providence’s CPE … Continue reading →

Molly Biggane appeared “perfectly healthy” to her family, so it came as a shock when she died from melanoma 20-years-old. The family is now warning others about the dangers of skin cancer and the steps to prevent it through a … Continue reading →

Too often hospitals don’t take the reality of seniors’ lives adequately into account, so patients must figure out how to advocate for themselves. Source: Column: How to fight for yourself at the hospital — and avoid readmission – Kansas Health … Continue reading →

Check this list before you leave for your next trip. Source: 10 Hotel Chains With the Worst Bed Bug Infestations | PJ Media

There is no right or wrong way to grieve, but there are healthy ways to cope with loss. These tips can help. Source: Coping with Grief and Loss: Understanding the Grieving Process

About Our Trainings The Center for Loss and Life Transition is known for providing quality bereavement care training. Thousands of caregivers have participated in the past 30 years. If you want to learn practical ways to “companion” people in grief … Continue reading →

Originally posted on 214-460-2025:
After over twenty years of facilitating grief support groups and counseling mourners, I have learned that nothing sparks a grieving person’s conversation more than asking “What are some of the dumb or thoughtless statements people…