Ask a Death Doula

What are Home Wakes/Home Funerals? What is a FUNeral? All The Benefits and how to have them.


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What happens when society loses touch with the sacred process of dying?

Discover the transformative insights as we explore the “rebirth of death” and its significance. With Suzanne O’Brien, a dedicated registered nurse with more than two decades in hospice and oncology care, uncover the forgotten truths of end-of-life processes, the gaps in hospice care, and the profound impact of embracing death with understanding and appreciation. Get ready to challenge modern perceptions and embrace a holistic approach to end-of-life care.

Suzanne O’Brien's mission is to empower family caregivers through practical education, and in this episode, she shares how her three-phase training program has reached over 369,000 people. Learn about the emotional and financial benefits of home wakes and funerals, and the inspiring potential of transforming traditional farewells into celebrations of life. Suzanne advocates for a positive end of life as a human right and invites listeners to engage in healing conversations about end-of-life care that can ease the burdens of grief.

Join us as we spotlight the revival of home funerals and the unique concept of living wakes, offering a heartfelt alternative to conventional rituals. Discover the empowerment found in writing a first-person eulogy and legacy messages that echo love and gratitude, ensuring our memory continues to resonate with loved ones. Celebrate life’s journey and the legacy we leave behind in this enlightening episode.

 

We dive into:

(00:00) The Rebirth of Death Seminar

(11:41) Empowering Family Caregivers in End-of-Life
(16:55) The Revival of Home Funerals
(28:53) Celebrating Life With Living Wakes
(35:19) Personal Touch in First Person Eulogies
(51:07) Expressing Love and Legacy Messages

 

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Links mentioned in this episode:

  • Doulagivers Institute
  • FREE Doulagivers Institute On-Demand Level 1 End of Life Doula and Family Caregiver Training Webinar
  • Buy The Good Death Book
  • The GOOD DEATH GOOD LIFE Live Monthly BOOK CLUB and Q&A
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    Knowing the basic skills on how to care for someone at the end of life and planning ahead - and Doulagivers Institute is giving you for both for FREE!

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    • Making your wishes known is one of the greatest gifts you can give to your loved ones. Download The Doulagivers 9 Choice Advance Directive now! 
    • FREE Doulagivers Institute On-Demand Level 1 End of Life Doula and Family Caregiver Training Webinar
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