Something to Think About

a blog on end of life

Barbara Karnes Books team members Julia, Danny, Barbara Karnes, Cher, and Jacquelyn providing trusted end-of-life education, hospice resources, and caregiver support.

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Mom Is Dying. Why Can't We Talk About It by Barbara Karnes, RN blue and pink graphic.jpg

Mom Is Dying. Why Can't We Talk About It?

Supporting Caregivers in Our Communities by Barbara Karnes

Supporting Caregivers in Our Communities

As Life Ends, We Gather the Pieces blog by Barbara Karnes, RN, yellow graphic, blue circle, black letters

As Life Ends, We Gather the Pieces

Mom Is Dying. Why Can't We Talk About It by Barbara Karnes, RN blue and pink graphic.jpg

Mom Is Dying. Why Can't We Talk About It?

We know someone we love is dying, yet we often pretend everything is fine. Why is it so hard to talk about what is happening? When we avoid these conversations,...

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Supporting Caregivers in Our Communities by Barbara Karnes

Supporting Caregivers in Our Communities

Caregivers need support, but the people supporting them need knowledge, too. Barbara shares why understanding end of life care can help hospice volunteers, church groups, friends, neighbors, and others better...

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As Life Ends, We Gather the Pieces blog by Barbara Karnes, RN, yellow graphic, blue circle, black letters

As Life Ends, We Gather the Pieces

As life comes to an end, many people begin reflecting on the choices they've made, the experiences they've had, and the life they've lived...

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My Father Is Dying and Won't Tell His Family.

My Father Is Dying and Won't Tell His Family.

When a dying parent refuses to tell the rest of the family about a terminal diagnosis,  should you keep the secret or encourage open conversations?

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