Author Archives: Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Enhancing Communication About Goals of Care Through Video Interventions

How videos can improve communication at the end of life

In a 2023 study conducted jointly by Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers uncovered a promising strategy to facilitate crucial goals of care discussions among elderly hospital patients. The study revealed that showing patients videos depicting real-life scenarios … Continue reading

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Twenty Humorous Quotes About Funerals and Cemeteries

Humorists, comedians, and writers illuminate a serious topic with wit and wisdom

While death is typically associated with sadness and mourning, humor provides a unique perspective that allows us to approach the topic with a lighter step and gain a fresh understanding of our connection to mortality. Through the lens of laughter, … Continue reading

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Makaria: A Greek Orthodox Tradition with Ancient Roots

Explore the history and evolution of this unique repast tradition.

Within the strict formalities of a typical Greek Orthodox funeral, a tradition provides families with the opportunity to unwind. Makaria, an enduring Greek Orthodox funeral tradition, brings families and friends together to celebrate, share stories, and mourn their loved one … Continue reading

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Our Monthly Tip: Record a Conversation with Your Loved One

Preserve your loved one’s cherished memories, family histories and favorite stories.

Our Tip of The Month: An excellent way to preserve the memory of a loved one is to record a conversation with them while they are still vibrant and present. Delving into discussions about their childhood, the invaluable life lessons … Continue reading

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Dignified Hospice Design: Dans Arhitekti’s Hospice Facility in Ljubljana

The Power of Thoughtful, Human-Centered Design in Hospice Care Facilities

Hospice care facilities present a unique challenge for architects and designers. Although they are technically medical buildings requiring functional designs to accommodate health care staff and equipment, hospices are also intimate, emotional spaces where residents spend the last moments of … Continue reading

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