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In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the concept of palliative care remains broadly misunderstood, leading to widespread confusion among patients, their loved ones, and healthcare providers alike. We’re often asked, what is palliative care, and we know there is some misunderstanding around the subject. This misunderstanding largely stems from a lack of direct experience withRead more

The 11th Annual Hospice & Palliative Care Conference , set for March 7, 2024, will feature a session led by Lee Webster, a longtime figure in the field of end-of-life care. Webster shared her perspectives on the evolving dynamics between professional caregiving and end-of-life doula care. “Doulas are before death, non-medical caregivers, and support systemsRead more

Statistics suggest that back in 1995, only a small fraction of mortuary students — 35% — were women. However, this has grown spectacularly to 79%, as stated by the National Funeral Directors Association. As a testament to this shift, among the 17 licensed funeral directors at Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 10 are female.  TheRead more

Pets hold a unique and irreplaceable place in our lives. They are not just animals, but cherished family members. Their departure often leaves a void as profound as the loss of a human companion. This post explores the ways we can honor our beloved creatures via a pet memorial, delving into an emotional and sometimesRead more

One of our missions is to be a comforting presence, handling delicate matters with tact, empathy and respect. Even though we operate as a business, we truly hope not to see you or your loved ones here before life takes its natural course. It’s with this sentiment we’d like to share 10 suggestions to fullyRead more

We acknowledge the discomfort that our society attaches to death. In particular, when it hits close to home and we learn that a cherished family member or friend has a terminal illness, we may instinctively distance ourselves. This may be because we don’t know what to say to someone who is dying. As a result,Read more

Ever wandered through a cemetery and wondered what the text on the gravestones means? Gravestone epitaphs, as they’re called, carry a world of significance and history, both in the U.S. and around the world. Gravestone epitaphs do more than record the deceased’s name and dates—they paint a picture of a life lived. Whether a touchingRead more

For many consumers, price transparency creates trust and ease when dealing with a cremation provider. It means an open and frank communication of all costs and fees associated with the cremation. Transparency enables consumers to prepare financially, prevents last-minute financial burden and eliminates any potential surprises. It also means the difference between your loved onesRead more

The New Hampshire Alliance for End of Life Options is a grassroots organization dedicated to improving end of life experiences through education, outreach and advocacy. According to Rebecca Brown, the director of NH Alliance for End of Life Options , the organization reaches out to individuals interested in end of life care.  New Hampshire AllianceRead more

In honor of National Hospice Month, we recognize the caregivers and the need for self-care. The Right. Rev. Mary Francis Drake urges caregivers to act both as the pillar of strength for their patients and for themselves. “Compassion takes strength, and the ability to be strong for someone else often stems from one’s ability toRead more