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Elizabeth Holliday commented on Irene Smith's blog post Cultivating Presence In The Touch Relationship
"Thank you for this great post. I'm inspired by your discussion of the practice you keep close: the grounding, the re-focusing on the person your working with, and the discernment that follows. This gives me the impression of a re-set button. What an…"
Aug 13, 2011
Elizabeth Holliday commented on Greg Schneider's video
"WOW. I can't wait to see this movie - it looks great. Unfortunately it's not playing in the San Francisco Bay Area right now, and Netflix doesn't have it yet (though I did save it), so I will look forward to when it is available one way or the…"
Dec 26, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Sam Oliver's discussion Ayurvedic Aromatherapy
"Thank you for this wealth of information. A fascinating subject. In the tradition of Chinese medicine, we say that with our breath, we transform the air into chi, or vital energy, the breath of life. It occurs to me reading your post that…"
Oct 10, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday left a comment on Alternative Therapies - Massage
"I would be in favor of hospice programs finding funding to pay for massage services for their patients. I have been an active massage volunteer with one organization for a year, and have seen that there is always a waiting list for massage. There…"
Oct 10, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday left a comment for Christine Brusati
"Hi Christine!

I'm so pleased to see that you've joined this forum! I'm looking forward to connecting with you here.

Peace, Elizabeth"
Sep 1, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Irene Smith's discussion Touch Skills Should Be a Part of Hospice Caregiving Training
""The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the Green Earth in the present moment" -- Thich Nhat Han

Your contribution is such a gift, Irene. It's exciting to think of winning the attention of hospital administrators, or people…"
Aug 28, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Elizabeth Holliday's discussion non-verbal communication in Providing Massage in Hospice Care
"Thank you, Irene, for your reply. This was very helpful!

Peace and blessings,
Elizabeth"
Aug 27, 2008
Irene Smith replied to Elizabeth Holliday's discussion non-verbal communication in Providing Massage in Hospice Care
"Too much stimulation in the room. Very confusing for anyone and especially someone 104 and dying..

The second thing that comes up for me is that touch is very intimate . There was a social situation happening and to relax into such an intimate…"
Aug 22, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Frances Shani Parker's discussion Nursing Home Poem Related to Staff Shortage and Poor Vision in Poetry & Quotes
"This is very moving. Very insightful, and skillfully written."
Aug 1, 2008
Irene Smith replied to Elizabeth Holliday's discussion the touch that lingers in Providing Massage in Hospice Care
"Elisabeth

Everyone experiences loss in their own unique way. Grief has no liniear form and there is no correct way to pass through it. How wonderful that you feel so connected during this time of relationship change into spirit. Cherish these…"
Jul 31, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Frances Shani Parker's discussion Hospice Work: How Do You Cope With Compassion Fatigue and Burnout?
"Nice. I should read your book. Writing is a wonderful process. There is much solace and clarity that can be found in writing. I agree with you that writing can be challenging, pleasurable and therapeutic. Do you keep a journal? Are you planning on…"
Jul 28, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Irene Smith's discussion Touch Skills Should Be a Part of Hospice Caregiving Training
"Irene, I couldn't agree more. I don't know why this isn't taught more widely, but I would like to add to this thread.

It's a gift that we bring as massage therapists, this awareness of how to touch, and how to touch with our presence. The aspect of…"
Jul 28, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Frances Shani Parker's discussion Hospice Work: How Do You Cope With Compassion Fatigue and Burnout?
"Frances,

What are some of your coping strategies for avoiding and/or managing burn-out?"
Jul 25, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday left a comment for Mary Rose
"Hi Mary Rose, I enjoyed reading about you, and looking at your website. Have you considered joining the group Providing Massage in Hospice Care? It would be fun to discuss massage and acupressure with you.

Best, Elizabeth"
Jul 25, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Frances Shani Parker's discussion Hospice Work: How Do You Cope With Compassion Fatigue and Burnout?
"Wow, this is a subject close to my heart. I'm a body worker, and have been a massage volunteer for about a year. I have seen many talented body workers drop out because of burn out, and so I have given this a lot of thought. How can I avoid this? I…"
Jul 24, 2008
Elizabeth Holliday replied to Frances Shani Parker's discussion How Do You Think Nurses Perceive Hospice-Palliative Care Volunteers?
"As a massage volunteer at Sutter VNA Hospice in San Francisco, I feel appreciated and understood by the nurses. I recall a deep sense of gratitude from the nurse case manager who spoke at my volunteer training. I feel compelled to do a better job of…"
Jul 21, 2008
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Support books $5 cost for patients, families, caregivers, staff

Posted by Janice Willett on August 4, 2020 at 6:07am
 If any individual or organization needs support books for patients, caregivers, families, staff during this time of crisis, "Dying w/o Crying" and "Affairs of the Heart” are reduced to cost ($5 ) on jiwillett.com. Utilized by Pastoral Care of many health facilities including MSKCC and UPMC. For large orders DM for bulk rate. Stay well. Chaplain Janice  (Radio,TV,Media info @ jiwillett.com)
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When Your Massage Client has Dementia

Posted by Irene Smith on January 28, 2019 at 5:45pm


When Your Massage Client Has Dementia  https://medium.com/@everflowing"


Providing massage for dying persons presents multi level challenges to me as a practitioner. One of these special challenges is working with persons experiencing dementia. One of the blog posts that has been archived earlier is titled The Lost Pause. https://medium.com/@everflowing"…

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  • Christine Brusati September 2, 2008 at 9:13am
    Thanks for inviting me to join. What a wonderful way to connect with those who choose to do this service.
    Blessings to you!
    Christine
  • Irene Smith July 21, 2008 at 10:10am
    Elisabeth, Im so glad you joined this group and i am looking forward to hearing about your work.Please feel free to ask questions . Blessings Irene Smith
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