Bold Spirit Caring for the Dying (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780994092731)

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