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Understanding Advance Care Planning in Victoria
Advance Care Planning is the process of thinking about, discussing, and documenting your preferences for future health care. In Victoria, it provides a clear legal framework to ensure your wishes are understood and respected if you lose decision-making capacity due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline. At its heart, Advance Care Planning is about autonomy,…
Buy NowWhat to Expect When You Hire an End-of-Life Doula
Facing the end of life, whether your own or that of someone you love, can feel overwhelming. Many people find themselves navigating a maze of medical, emotional, and practical decisions without enough guidance or support. That’s where an end-of-life doula comes in. End-of-life doulas are trained companions who provide non-medical, holistic support during the dying…
Buy NowChoosing Between a Funeral Home and a Home Funeral: Weighing the Pros and Cons
It breaks my heart each time I hear a story of an impersonal, rushed or too-expensive funeral that at best was devoid of meaning and at worst did long-lasting harm to those left behind. Anyone who knows me knows that I am a fan of family-led funerals, where everything is tailored to the memory of…
Buy NowHow to Talk to Your Aging Parents About Their End-of-Life Wishes
A young man reached out to me after an end-of-life planning talk I gave recently. He told me that, as he listened to me speak, it occurred to him that he had no idea what his parents wanted when their time came. He booked a 90-minute session for me to facilitate a discussion between him…
Buy NowHow End-of-Life Doulas Support Families Emotionally and Practically
When someone you love is nearing the end of life, families often feel overwhelmed by emotions, difficult decisions, and unfamiliar practical responsibilities. During this time, compassionate guidance can make all the difference. At Journease, our end-of-life doulas provide calm, compassionate support to help families navigate this journey with clarity, dignity, and care. Need support for…
Buy NowHow Families Are Changing the Way We Say Goodbye
For many years, funerals followed a standard format organised almost entirely by funeral providers. Today, however, more families are seeking meaningful and personalized ways to say goodbye to their loved ones. Across Australia and many other parts of the world, families are rediscovering the value of family-led funerals and home-based farewells. These approaches allow loved…
Buy NowTaking Charge After a Diagnosis
Receiving a terminal diagnosis is among life’s most challenging moments. The swirl of disbelief, fear, and grief can feel overwhelming. While deeply painful, this moment can also be a turning point toward clarity, autonomy, and peace. It Is Not Either-Or When dealing with a life-limiting illness, patients and their families can sometimes fall into the…
Buy NowJoin us for Dying to Know Day!
The Journease team is holding two FREE events in recognition of Dying to Know Day on Friday, 8 August to help demystify death, dying, and bereavement. This national initiative encourages Australians to engage in open conversations about end-of-life choices and support. You’ll hear from end-of-life planner Malia Dewse, Death Doula Candace Ohanessian, and End-of-Life Coach Iain McKinnon—trained and experienced…
Buy NowHope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: Taking Charge After a Diagnosis
Receiving a terminal diagnosis is life-changing. This will guide help you balance hope with practical planning, emotional clarity, and loving end-of-life choices.
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