“DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio normalizes the conversation around death. Each new guest shares their experience with death in a way that shatters the ”don’t talk about it” taboo. It’s the one thing we all share in common, so let’s talk about.”
Kindred Spirits is a local, family-owned pet care practice that offers compassionate end-of-life options for our beloved, furry companions.
Dr. Kellie Barrett and her team will provide holistic support as you contemplate your pet’s end-of-life care plan, including offering the loving option for in-home euthansia and even an aftercare option – Aquamation. *Kindred Spirits was the first company in Arizona to provide this gentler and more natural, after-death service.
You will find out more about their mission, what they offer and Dr. Barrett’s extensive end-of-life experience & training on their website.
I encourage you to contact them as you find yourself in a place where you and your pet need honest and compassionate end-of-life guidance.
This planning guide is one I recommend often and use with many of my clients. It’s more than forms and questions, though they exist here too. Compiling documents and instructions that are essentially “getting your affairs in order” can be tedious and even intimidating. This booklet eases you into this process with curiosity and is more comprensive & complete than what you may have seen from your medical provider or state provided documents. *Compassion & Choices also provides online links and contact information that is state-specific, so you can be assured you have all the documents you need where you are.
The intended guidance can be shaped and utilized as you choose – to allow for basic instructions or more detailed planning parameters. Whatever your choices for your end-of-life journey, the bottom line is to get it done. And give it to your people so they know what you want and aren’t asked to make decisions for you without knowing your wishes. Remember… They will be struggling and grieving your transition at this same time. Make it as kind and loving as you can, and don’t leave it up to them.
VSED Resources Northwest is the foremost source for providing relevant information for anyone who would like to learn about or increase their knowledge of VSED (vee-sed). They also provide counsel, connection and assistance in providing care for anyone who would like to explore this option. No matter where you are, they will partner with you to find care and resources to aid you as you determine if VSED would provide you, or your loved one, a choice for end-of-life.
As a death doula available for VSED care, know that I will walk beside you as you go through your discovery process and will be your in-person resource in creating your care plan as you consider, or prepare for, VSED.
The role of a death doula in supporting VSED is as non-medical coordinator, client advocate, care team supporter and peaceful companion who will be by your side from the beginning, through the dying process and for your chosen after-death care.
Janie meets her clients where they are, attuning to their needs and seeing the whole person. Whether for yourself, your partner, parents or a friend, sometimes active or semi-active older adults need an extra set of hands to make their lives run smoothly.