Dying on the Street – Reflections of a Street Nurse, written by Shelley Tysick
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by Guest Contributor
1w ago
In the quiet moments between life and death, I’ve witnessed the raw essence of humanity. It’s not just about symptom management and care planning; it’s about holding space for souls who have lived experience with trauma, substance use disorders, and homelessness—the marginalized, the racialized, the invisible. It is meeting them where they are at and […] The post Dying on the Street – Reflections of a Street Nurse, written by Shelley Tysick appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Learning ways to calm distress can change your life!
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by Guest Contributor
1M ago
Written in collaboration with Misha Butot It seems that all of us, young and old, will at times feel confused, upset, and filled with uncertainty when faced with a life-limiting illness or facing death. At those times it can be especially helpful to have someone with us who is able to listen to us and […] The post Learning ways to calm distress can change your life! appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Incorporating Love In Professional Practice
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by Kath Murray, RN, BSN, MA
1M ago
Written by Kath Murray and Misha Butot. As part of Valentine’s Day this year, we are considering the role of love in your professional practice. We invite you to reflect on what might be considered a “loving” way, a “compassionate” way, of engaging in providing holistic health and psychosocial care through the life trajectory and […] The post Incorporating Love In Professional Practice appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Our Palliative Presence: Inspirational Wisdom from Henri Nouwen
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by Isabelle Leslie, BScK
2M ago
Written by Michelle O’Rourke Much is written about the ‘science’ of good palliative care.  This includes elements of pain and symptom management, principles of disease management, and an understanding of the psychological and social implications for the patient and their loved ones with regards to loss and grief. We would all agree that it is important […] The post Our Palliative Presence: Inspirational Wisdom from Henri Nouwen appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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The New LDM Digital Library. A Game Changer for 3 Reasons
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by Ann-Marie Gilbert, MSc
2M ago
The new LDM Digital Library has been in the works for months and we are so happy that we could incorporate many of the features that students and Instructor have been asking for! Let’s take a look at how this new library will will change the way students use the LDM resources in their educational […] The post The New LDM Digital Library. A Game Changer for 3 Reasons appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Fighting Stigma with Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
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by Ann-Marie Gilbert, MSc
2M ago
What is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is an annual campaign organized by the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The campaign takes place throughout January and aims to educate the public about the impact of these conditions on individuals, families, and communities. The Importance […] The post Fighting Stigma with Alzheimer’s Awareness Month appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Unveiling the Roots of our Fear of Dying and Dead Bodies
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by Guest Contributor
3M ago
Guest Contributor: Misha Butot Given that dying and death are as natural as birth, why do people become fearful about being with a dead body or providing care for a person’s body after death? Even mentioning these topics here is likely to have some readers shivering and feeling some distaste. Where do fears of death […] The post Unveiling the Roots of our Fear of Dying and Dead Bodies appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Hopes, Dreams and Reflections at Midwinter
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by Kath Murray, RN, BSN, MA
3M ago
To the Life and Death Matters Community, Ted and I want to express our gratitude, care, concern and hopes as the holiday season approaches. We are a community with diverse perspectives and beliefs. Some of us celebrate the Winter Solstice, others celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and other faith-based festivals. For each, even within the same faith […] The post Hopes, Dreams and Reflections at Midwinter appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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Book Recommendation: Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest
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by Guest Contributor
3M ago
Guest Contributor: Nadine Valk My father-in-law was an extraordinary human being: grounded, thoughtful, compassionate, and wise. So, when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and had to make a quick decision about treatment, I shouldn’t have been surprised that for Dave, it wasn’t an automatic yes. He wanted to know about the big picture […] The post Book Recommendation: Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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The Powerful Legacy of Thanksgiving Day Laughter
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by Guest Contributor
4M ago
Guest contributor: Rebecca V. Hoden, DNP, RN, CHPN She knew it would be her last Thanksgiving. Her family gathered with her and conversations flourished. There were stories, laughter and tears shared – all while new memories were being made. I visited the home on Thanksgiving day and was greeted by laughter. And I heard the […] The post The Powerful Legacy of Thanksgiving Day Laughter appeared first on Life and Death Matters ..read more
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