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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…
What 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…
Choosing 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…
How 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,…
How 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,…
How 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…
Taking 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…
Join 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…
Hope 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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