August, 2015

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Funeral Consumer Advocacy. A West Texan Makes a Difference.

Journey With Deanna

Jim Bates has been a funeral consumer advocate volunteer for over 25 years; serving in local, state and national leadership positions. Locally, he leads a board of directors who help consumers with deathcare issues in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, as well as teaching a seniors course on funeral planning at a local community college. Statewide, Mr.

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Learning to Die

Journey With Deanna

There are so many things that could happen in this time period if we were not so busy and applauded for fighting it. Can we stretch what is acceptable behavior as we are dying to include activities that show we are lovingly and with great dignity and grace choosing to learn to die in a way that honors us? Can that be just as acceptable as fighting our dying and expecting a miracle?

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"Thunder" A Feature Movie About a Young, Male EOL Doula, Coming of Age & Grief.

Journey With Deanna

Meet Maxwell. We have a wonderful time in dialogue about "Thunder," a dramatic film about coming of age and deals with themes of identity, family, and fear. Grief is a universal theme and central to this film, which is about a young male death doula and his relationship with his grandfather as he dies. Maxwell and I explore quite a bit about the movie, our own experiences and life.

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What is a Cancer Coach?

Journey With Deanna

Beth is a certified professional life coach serving women impacted by cancer. As a two-time cancer survivor she recognizes the need for a consistent and constant resource throughout the cancer experience. As a coach, Beth partners with you from point of diagnosis through treatment and beyond, enabling you to take action aligned with your personal beliefs and needs.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.