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Author Archives: Celeste Willis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
Portland May Be the US’s First Death Tourism Hot Spot
Terminal patients head to Oregon for medical aid in dying
While states such as Texas and Florida have outlawed practices that provide the option for physician-assisted dying to terminally ill patients, Oregon leads the way in helping ill patients decide their fate. Oregon and other states, such as New Jersey, … Continue reading
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Random Acts of Flowers: Delivering Hope to Those Who Need It Most
An interview with Steffani Zavala of Random Acts of Flowers explores the power of flowers
In July 2007, Larsen Jay was in a near-fatal accident, which caused him to spend significant time in the hospital to recover. Jay attributed his successful recovery to family and friends who visited him and the dozens of flowers and … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Invite Your Guests to Perform a Choral Reading with Scripts and Flower Keepsakes
Give your guests the opportunity to be a part of the memorial service
Our Monthly Tip: Ask your friends and family to be active participants in the memorial service for your loved one. Many services feature friends and family who may sing a song, read a poem, or share a prayer. Another idea … Continue reading
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“Over the Moon” by John Kahrs
A young girl finds a way to let her mother go while on a journey to the moon
“Over the Moon,” distributed by Netflix, is a colorful computer-animated children’s musical. The protagonist, Fei Fei, begins the film as the only child of a couple who operate a mooncake business. The start of the film can be likened to … Continue reading
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Doctors’ Emotions Often Drive Futile End-of-Life Care
Doctors regularly try useless treatments at the end of a patient's life
The Issue When a patient nears the end of their life, doctors regularly prescribe painful, long-shot treatments to try to stave off death. These last ditch efforts often preoccupy the patient’s thoughts and time during what could be their final … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Save a Seat for Your Loved One at Their Celebration of Life
Make space for your loved one by decorating a place for them
Our Monthly Tip: Saving a seat for your loved one as part of their celebration of life is a beautiful way to honor them and also feel their presence. It can be as simple as leaving an empty seat and … Continue reading
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