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Touching Moments

Apr 10, 2017 from 10:00am to 11:00am

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Mar 20, 2017
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The Therapeutic Application of Lotion
Very slow stroking with lotion for easing anxiety, restlessness and general calming body and mind.The Therapeutic Application of Lotion is beautifully demonstrated by an everflowing graduate from the December 2016 Providing Massage In hospice Care…
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Massage In Hospice Care

Sep 16, 2016 from 5:00am to 10:00am

Montgomery School of Bodywork and Massage

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“Touch is the most prominent language in the caregiving relationship. -2
“Touch is the most prominent language in the caregiving relationship. -2
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Jan 27, 2016
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  • Irene Smith Join me tomorrow for a FREE webinar with The Conscious Dying Network's founder, Erin Coriell. We will discuss the upcoming online course and the module I will teach titled: Touch Awareness In Caregiving. Format includes a Q & A.
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    Jan 27, 2016
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Massage In Hospice Care

Jan 25, 2016 to Jan 31, 2016

San Francisco California

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Massage Interactive Book Preview 1
“Massage In Hospice Care, An Everflowing Approach” The Interactive Book By Irene Smith, CMP Preview 1: Head Massage with CB http://www.everflowing.org/new-in...
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Jan 8, 2015
Greg Schneider commented on Irene Smith's blog post Challenges of Hospice Massage (March 2014)
"You are welcome Irene...don't even remember what I wrote except that I am grateful for your contributions here. Blessings."
May 19, 2014
Irene Smith commented on Irene Smith's blog post Challenges of Hospice Massage (March 2014)
"Greg I wanted to thank you for your kind words and for introducing this post. I did something wrong and deleted your comment. oops"
May 5, 2014
Irene Smith commented on Irene Smith's blog post Challenges of Hospice Massage (March 2014)
"Yes Patricia. When all other avenues of communication are fading, touch, because it is our original language, can provide hope and ease the dispair of loved ones because it allows them to stay directly connected. It bridges the gap of silence in the…"
Apr 29, 2014
Patricia Burgess-Brecht commented on Irene Smith's blog post Challenges of Hospice Massage (March 2014)
"Just beautiful!  Sadly it seems that touch at the end of a life, is lessened by others fears, concerns about the dying process.  But it seems you are able to guide a family on the way that this particular connection will serve both the patient and…"
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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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  • Nanette Whitman August 19, 2012 at 9:36pm

    Thank you, Irene! It is an honor to be your friend. I look forward to your writings and such wonderful wisdom. I look forward to another workshop with you and loved the Massage In Hospice that changed my heart and the way I practice today. I highly recommend the workshop for all who care for the seriously ill or dying. Blesssings and love. Nanette

  • Pat February 18, 2009 at 2:23pm
    Irene, thank you for your warm welcome. I have been working with hospice as a massage and Reiki therapist for the past seven years. Like you, I have many stories to share. This work is beautiful beyond anything I could have imagined and sometimes I find it difficult to place words with the experience and meaning but it is truly felt. It's just a knowing between myself and those I serve. I look forward to a growing relationship with you. Love and peace always, Pat
  • Sarah Puyans October 7, 2008 at 9:58am
    Sounds good. Count me in! Sarah
  • Gloria Burton October 7, 2008 at 5:17am
    Irene,
    We have a licensed massage therapist who volunteers her time and skills for our patients and caregivers. She also discounts her services for our staff and volunteers. She has been a wonderful blessing for us. Please tell me more about your program.
    Gloria
  • Frances Shani Parker October 6, 2008 at 10:59pm
    Irene, are you checking your private messages in the envelope at the top of this page?
  • Bobbi Wexler October 6, 2008 at 4:40am
    We have a few massage therapists who are volunteers - we would like to have more, but we have had a hard time recruiting because so many have private practices. We keep a copy of their current license with the State and provide Hospice volunteer training to them. Because we have so few volunteers we are exploring hiring a massage therapist as a consultant and billing for the service.
  • Gloria Burton October 2, 2008 at 9:05am
    Irene,
    I would love to be your friend, especially since we have common roots. I am always interested in what others are doing with hospice. I am looking forward to further communication.
    Gloria
  • Stan Goldberg, Ph.D. October 2, 2008 at 7:58am
    Hi Irene,
    I've been you friend from the very moment I met you at the workshop at the Guest House--and hope I always will be. What you gave to Steven was beyond what either of us could express.

    Take Care,
    Stan
  • Christine Brusati September 4, 2008 at 9:00am
    Irene, So happy to to join you and elizabeth. There is much going on on a personal and community level. With gratitude, Christine
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