Monthly Archives: July 2018

The Lantern Project is driving a new conversation about the way food is delivered in aged care that will allow residents greater choice and freedom. Source: “I’d rather die happy”: Is food regulation keeping residents safe – or preventing choice? … Continue reading →

Frances Shani Parker writes about older adults, eldercare, hospice, palliative care, nursing homes, dementia, caregiving, death, and bereavement. Source: Hospice and Nursing Homes Blog: Healthcare Disparities: African American Children (Research, Video 2:48)

2 June 2018 was “Friends Matter Month” in my quiet world. Usually, I crave silence and ample sleep and avoid large servings of chocolate cake and beer. I […] Source: Life Is Sweeter When We Keep Old Friendships Strong – … Continue reading →

Seven species of the marine mammals have been seen clinging to the dead body of a likely friend or relative, a new study says. Source: Whales Mourn Their Dead, Just Like Us

What is palliative care vs. hospice care? By definition, palliative and hospice care are actually quite different. Learn more about palliative and hospice. Source: Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care Definition: Crossroads

Hold on, know these crazy and painful feelings will not last forever…the pain will soften, and you will receive hope. Source: Painful Feelings After a Loss of a Loved One

Willie Nelson recently released a new song with these lyrics in the chorus.  I was on YouTube when I first saw it.  I clicked on it and as it unfolded, it was as if my heart was singing to me.  … Continue reading →

Hordes of expressions that swirl around the twin topics of crying and grief. Unfortunately, many are not helpful. This blog explores both as normal and natural Source: Crying is not losing composure – The Grief Recovery Method

Green has symbolised both decay and regeneration, offering a bridge between this world and the next, writes Kelly Grovier. Source: BBC – Culture – The colour that means both life and death