“What people need most on this journey is not the next new technology but rather a guide to help navigate this forest.”
- Angelo Volandes, M.D.
What Christina brings to her work in end-of-life:
Full-time Caregiver to Both Parents, including experience with navigating guardianship and conservatorship within the court system, Alzheimer’s disease, hoarding disorder, facilities during covid and hospice care;
Hospice Volunteer: sitting vigil (during the active dying phase), providing respite for caregivers, music therapy
Trainer and Facilitator at The Dying Year: Teachers classes to those training to become an end-of-life doula. Also facilitates groups of end-of-life doulas on a variety of topics.
University Professor: Taught at a state university for over 20+ years, learning curriculum development and delivery skills that directly benefit the courses offered at Friend for the End.
Mother of three and spouse: In the throes of current life, navigating parenting and relationships, alongside end-of-life work.
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End-of-Life Doula Training - Life Span Doulas - Fall 2019
End-of-Life Doula Certification – The Dying Year – Winter 2020
End-of-Life Doula Proficiency Badge – National End-of-Life Doula Alliance (NEDA) – Winter 2021
Advanced Care Planning Facilitator Training – Respecting Choices@First Steps – Winter 2020
Hospice Volunteer Training – Arbor Hospice – Winter 2020
Enriching Care for LGBTQ+ Older Adults of Color - SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBT Elders) Training – Summer 2024
Preventing Bullying – SAGE (Advocacy and Services for LGBT Elders) Training – Summer 2024
Values
Balance
To help families navigate the often-conflicting circumstances and overwhelming tasks that come with the end-of-life transition.
Connection
To provide validation, empathy and a safe space through understanding during a transitional time that can often feel lonely and isolated.
Support
To respond to the wide-range of logistical and emotional needs at end-of-life by providing education, resources and guidance.
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