I was honored to be invited to speak before URMC Palliative Care staff for their retreat days. Speaking before medical professionals about my doula work (and what brought me into this workspace) was a wonderful experience, and it showed how everyone can benefit from open discussions on death, dying and living a fulfilling life in the here and now.
Regardless of age, or health status, ALL adults can benefit from an open discussion about their mortality. You need not be in palliative/hospice care or be a caregiver to have these important discussions NOW. You might even be surprised how inspired you are to live a better life going forward! (It's not as scary or intimidating as you might think.)
Current & upcoming workshops open to the public are posted here - requiring registration beforehand.
EMBODYING THE END & EMBRACING THE NOW
Friday, Nov 21, 2025, 6-8pm, $40
Yoga Love Studio of Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
Join me & Niki Januzzi for a beautiful & deeply meaningful workshop - blending mindful conversations about death, dying, creating your own end-of-life plans with the help of me being a death doula, and then, learning how to use gentle yoga with Niki to cope with stress, grief and blocked energies within the body. A powerful combination! An inspirational evening of reflection that will inspire you to live your best life NOW. This workshop is perfect for all adults 0f of all ages. It benefits each of us personally, those in caregiver roles, and those of us who love our family/friends enough to make insightful decisions ahead of time.
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Other workshops available (a sampling seen below) - Please get in touch to book a workshop event for your organization, work place or group of friends.
CONVERSATIONS WITH A DEATH DOULA - LIVING LIFE THROUGH DEATH
- Far from morbid, this workshop aims to remove fear and inspire you to live your best life now. We engage in powerful, thought-provoking discussions on what end-of-life plans might look like if you had a short time to live. By reflecting on needs, wants, relationships, your hopes/dreams, we evaluate what takes priority and what can fall by the wayside. By embracing life and death, you may find yourself making changes to live a life full of purpose and meaning. ​​
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DEATH AND DESSERT WITH A HOSPICE DOULA
As Helen Keller said, "Life is short and unpredictable. Eat the dessert first."
In a relaxed setting with dessert provided, we open up and talk about a difficult subject - death and dying. Using a hospice conversational tool that breaks down fear with humour and grace, thought-provoking conversations can occur. Discussing end-of-life plans and wishes is a gift to everyone. Join me in starting the conversation. An entertaining evening is guaranteed.
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SWEDISH DEATH CLEANING
Organizing a lifetime of clutter now can save your loved ones from a daunting job later on. The primary goal is to not leave a massive clean up for others to sort through when you die. Suitable for any age, this class will inspire you to "let go" by discussing why we hold on to items and will provide tips to scale back and not attach happiness to "stuff" so you can focus on the more meaningful aspects of life.
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" To imagine that at the time of our dying we will have the
physical strength, emotional stability, and mental clarity to do the
work of a lifetime is a ridiculous gamble."
- Frank Ostaseki
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