Affirming deathcare is a critical but often avoided conversation. This article talks about key risks, including identity erasure and family conflict, and highlights how pre-planning with inclusive professionals and providers protects dignity and autonomy.
Be part of this special event launching The Pride Chamber’s new initiative, AgeFWD: Flourish With Dignity. The May 6 ribbon cutting, held during Older Adults Month, will celebrate the beginning of an innovative collaboration and a new future for inclusive aging in Central Florida.
Celebrating The Pride Chamber’s leadership while exploring how updating non-discrimination language to include Religious, Secular, and Spiritual Identity (RSSI) strengthens inclusion, improves psychological safety, and ensures all people are seen and protected.
On this International Women’s Day, honoring women pioneers reminds us that the future of funeral service will continue to be shaped by those willing to expand the profession’s capacity for care. In a field dedicated to honoring every life, diverse leadership ensures that dignity in death truly belongs to everyone.
A peek at – and an invitation to engage in – a new program for connection, networking, and skill-building for professionals who serve LGBTQ+ adults as they age in Central Florida
Adventures of a Time Travel Agent: Year 6 – at the intersection of serving diverse identities and older adults.
💖 The Importance of Affirming Planning Professionals In a large, inclusive company, our greatest strength lies in our diversity—the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and identities that make up our team. However, with so many…
A straight Atheist in a church at a Wiccan funeral for a gay stranger. You need to know why.
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.
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.
