Tag Archives: emotional support

You Don’t Need to be Brave

A cancer survivor reminds us that courage is no protection against terminal illness
Posted on September 11, 2017 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

I just read a wonderful story in the July 21, 2017, issue of Time. Written by cancer survivor Josh Friedman, it’s about an ordinary man who got a cancer diagnosis and didn’t take it particularly well. In fact, his behavior … Continue reading →

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Our Weekly Tip: Anticipate Your Need for Support

Organize your grief support system in advance of transitions
Posted on November 19, 2016 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Our Tip of the Week: If you are anticipating the expected death of a loved one, or if you love someone who will die (which includes all of us), establishing an inner circle of supportive friends, family and community resources well … Continue reading →

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What is Collaborative Patient-Centered Care? An Interview with Dr. M. Grace Laurencin

A primary care physician discusses the details of patient-centered care
Posted on December 5, 2015 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds spoke with Mercedes Grace Laurencin, M.D. M.P.H. about the interpersonal, social and psychological aspects of providing primary care as a physician. Her retainer medical practice, based in Santa Cruz, California, places special emphasis on accessibility issues for elderly and … Continue reading →

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The Pitfalls of Choosing Hospice Care

Why a nonprofit hospice may be a more sensible option when choosing end-of-life palliative care
Posted on November 26, 2014 by Julie Gesin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

What if you’ve cared for terminally ill loved ones until your resources have been exhausted? You are exhausted too, having taken on a role of a nurse while grieving over the impending loss. Finally a decision is reached to find … Continue reading →

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