Embracing a death-positive approach to end-of-life planning can promote greater acceptance of death as a natural part of life, encourage open communication, and support individuals in living fully until the end.
You become a guide and a healer by being immersed in many perspectives of experience and having your heart broken wide each time.
Terri Altschul
I have been a Caregiver most of my life – from being a mommy’s helper to my three younger brothers while growing up to becoming the family matriarch (in responsibility, not age) in my 20s while raising three sons. In the last ten years, I have been the caregiver for my husband through his cancer journey, and was the caregiver and shepherd for my mom, dad, and brother at the end of their lives. I am also a professional Caregiver working in my local community. I know first-hand the weariness of being the go-to person in a world where we no longer have “a village of support” and the medical systems are so fragmented.
It is my highest honor to serve you and your loved ones during these sacred transitions of life. I support difficult conversations, help you organize final wishes, and offer loving, nurturing tools for the body, mind, soul, and spirit during the end-of-life process.
Through heart-centered conversation, a genuine desire to serve you and your loved one, and an array of resources, I am that trusted companion and guide.
I view this stage of life as our greatest transformation. I am passionate about creating a village for Caregivers and empowering them to care for their loved ones, offering guidance and support so that you may engage as much or as little before, during, and after death.
Engage in reflective reminiscing, explore legacy and meaning, express love and gratitude, clarify wishes and values, and support emotional well-being in gentle and heartful conversations to initiate end-of-life planning.