Preplanning Matters.
Funeral arrangements are made during one of three windows: Today, i want to focus on true pre-need planning—the opportunity to make decisions while they are not urgent, before emotions are heightened. A woman once called…
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When the first question is: Will you even serve us?
Inclusive deathcare professionals play a critical role in building trust with diverse communities. This matters because many people still question whether they will be welcomed, respected, and authentically honored in death. Let’s talk about how intentional outreach, cultural competency, and inclusive practices help create equitable and affirming deathcare experiences for all.
Women Who Reshaped Deathcare
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.
Year 6 Annual Reflection: Time Travel & Identity
Adventures of a Time Travel Agent: Year 6 – at the intersection of serving diverse identities and older adults.
Finding your Ally in Deathcare
💖 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…
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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
