End-of-life care is the term used to describe the support and medical care given during the time surrounding death. This type of care does not happen only in the moments before breathing ceases and the heart stops beating. Older people often live with one or more chronic illness and need significant … [Read more...] about End-of-Life Support
End-of-Life Support
Tracey Burrell M.A. Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Executive Director and Founder of ComfortCompanions.org, End-of-Life Support, Counseling
As a psychologist, I had worked for many years within the health care and medical industry. I was very familiar with illness and death. Then in 2013, my mom and my husband died very suddenly from cancers 12 weeks apart. I recently assisted my father in his transition (prostate cancer). With … [Read more...] about Tracey Burrell M.A. Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Executive Director and Founder of ComfortCompanions.org, End-of-Life Support, Counseling
Liz Greenhill LAc., MAcOM, Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Acupressure, Chinese Medicine, Creative & Wellness Consultant, Detox, End of-Life Support, Shiatsu, Guided Imagery, QiGong
I have experience working with cancer patients in all phases of treatment. I have experience in end-of-life house calls. My work is a unique combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shiatsu, medicinal Qi Gong, Subtle Body work, and guided visualization. I have a special interest in working … [Read more...] about Liz Greenhill LAc., MAcOM, Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Acupressure, Chinese Medicine, Creative & Wellness Consultant, Detox, End of-Life Support, Shiatsu, Guided Imagery, QiGong
Tina Staley LCSW, Cancer Coach, Clinical Social Worker, TedX Speaker, End-of-Life Support
With 25 years of professional counseling, research, and quality-of-life experience, Tina has developed the skills to help individuals, groups, and organizations become kinder and more productive. Tina has committed her life to helping others lead their lives from a place of kindness and an … [Read more...] about Tina Staley LCSW, Cancer Coach, Clinical Social Worker, TedX Speaker, End-of-Life Support
Lisa Dee Port White LMT, Nationally Certified for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Specializing in Oncology and Hospice Massage and Scar Tissue Release
I am massage therapist licensed in Massachusetts and certified through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. My areas of interest and specialties are in oncology massage and scar tissue release. For several years, I worked exclusively for hospice, providing gentle … [Read more...] about Lisa Dee Port White LMT, Nationally Certified for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Specializing in Oncology and Hospice Massage and Scar Tissue Release
Healwell, Center for Integrative Therapy
Healwell is answering the call to improve the experience of living with acute, chronic and terminal illness by solving what we see as three main problems. First, we train massage therapists to bridge the gap between their foundational massage education and the skills and knowledge they need to make … [Read more...] about Healwell, Center for Integrative Therapy
Talaya Dendy, Founder and CEO of On the Other Side, Cancer Doula, Cancer Thriver, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching
MY PURPOSE FOUND ME! I am a ten-year Cancer Thriver. I overcame Hodgkins Lymphoma which included enduring chemotherapy and radiation treatments and the ups-and-downs of cancer. While going through my cancer journey, I noticed that there was a gap. Something was missing. I had a great oncologist … [Read more...] about Talaya Dendy, Founder and CEO of On the Other Side, Cancer Doula, Cancer Thriver, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching
John Eric Baugher Ph.D., Chaplain, Author of Contemplative Caregiving: Finding Compassion and Spiritual Healing through End-of-Life Care
John's new book Contemplative Caregiving is an indispensable guide for end-of-life caregivers and for anyone seeking to transform experiences of caregiving and grief. Rather than leading to burnout and despair, caring for those who are suffering and dying can enrich our lives with meaning and … [Read more...] about John Eric Baugher Ph.D., Chaplain, Author of Contemplative Caregiving: Finding Compassion and Spiritual Healing through End-of-Life Care