Jolly Ol’ St. Nicholas and Infertility… What’s the connection? written by: Julie Blackburn We know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid and Donner and Blitzen… Do you recall, the most famous infertile couple of all? A couple years back, I sat down to wrap presents and have …
It’s been quite some time since some new programs have been introduced. I’m very excited to be offering something completely different. The new programs remain committed to the mission of Chartreuse Center to lift barriers to quality support information and services for bereavement, infertility and new parenting. The new programs …
I waited A LONG TIME to be a mom. I get a number of requests to help in their school and activities. From fundraisers to class parties to music concerts to mystery readers, there are so many opportunities to say “yes” or to eventually burn out with all the help …
The idea of streaming or recording messages seems overwhelming at worst and exhilarating at best… Once you do your first live stream, you will feel a sense of accomplishment. I’m a huge proponent of keeping life simple… especially when learning trying new things. Hospices have been forced into the electronic …
As a hospice, you may be at that point of saying… Hmmm, I think I’m ready to try to stream a message. What does that really mean? There are some things that you can consider as you make this move. Let’s move beyond “Is the mic on?” These days you …
That unique touch of hospice is missing right now. Hospice response is so needed at this time. What can a hospice do when our greatest asset – our touch – is taken away through social distancing? We can engage, connect and ignite the senses through the use of technology… I’ve …
One of my professional strengths is that I am able to take in an organization for all that is great about it. After some time, I begin to question the status quo for those things that may be apparently missing a mark… I have an eye for this. I …
It’s so common when we meet folks, one of the first questions asked is… “what do you do?” When I worked in hospice, I would get some very interesting responses when I would share that I listen to stories and help folks concerning grief after the death of a …
Back in 2009, I was working as a Bereavement Counselor in the Northwest ‘burbs of Chicago. I was introduced to a book by Matthew Kelly called The Dream Manager. by a client. Her company was actually putting the concepts in the book into action! She passed the book on to …
As an adoptive parent, there are so many things to take into consideration. We celebrate our Family Day on November 3rd, the day our adoption was finalized. A wonderful day!!! November happens to also be National Adoption Awareness Month. This month I am sharing parts of my adoption experience to …