Todd’s Story: a heartbreaking lesson in deathcare planning
A straight Atheist in a church at a Wiccan funeral for a gay stranger. You need to know why.
Category: Funeral Industry
Honoring Authentic Lives: World Humanist Day and Inclusive Deathcare
You’ve heard me say it before – every dying person, and every grieving person, of every identity, deserves to be authentically honored in deathcare. This World Humanist Day, let’s talk about how non-religious people experience deathcare and what professionals can do to foster an authentic, dignified end-of-life journey.
Pride and Professionals: Providing Affirming Care
Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈 In my latest blog post, I share a powerful truth: compassion and expertise should never have a “sliding scale” based on identity. Hear why it’s crucial for professionals to be affirming, educated, and truly trustworthy for every person. Plus, discover how I’m helping the LGBTQ+ community navigate deathcare planning with dignity and respect.
17%? Let’s level that up.
I just ran across this stat … Did you know 69% of adults over 40 want to pre-arrange their funeral services, but only 17% actually do*? That’s a huge gap! So, what’s holding us back…
Final Footprint
Did you know that your “final footprint” can be as meaningful and aligned with your values as the life you lived? For many, the options surrounding deathcare remain largely unknown, yet a growing number of…
Pi Day & PrePlanning
Happy Pi Day! You think Pi goes on forever … You should hear me talk about the importance of pre-planning. Every day i hear stories from both sides – those who lost someone with a…
Importance of File Reviews
You already have funeral, cremation, & cemetery plans in place. That’s fantastic. When was the last time you dusted off the paperwork & made sure it’s in order, that the providers have up-to-date information, and…
Inclusion in Deathcare RfRx Interview
I was so grateful to have the opportunity to speak with Recovering From Religion & David Teachout on the RfRx podcast about inclusion in deathcare and the Identity Affirming Deathcare Directives. The best way to…
5 Years in Deathcare
I celebrated my 5-year anniversary with Dignity Memorial earlier this month. Looking forward to a new year of possibilities, here are five brief reflections on lessons learned.
Gratitude Grows in Conversations Like These
Gratitude Grows in Conversations Like These This Thanksgiving week, we’re reminded of the power of connection and conversation. I’m reflecting on when i had the privilege of meeting with a couple to discuss their funeral…
