Testimonials

Feedback from three attendees at the “What Matters Most to You” workshop held at Livingstone Gardens, Blue Cross, Vermont South in August 2024:

  1. I walked away away with some new knowledge about what was important to her mum

  2. I’m going to look into a local session on medical power of attorney

  3. The “discussion starter” helped confirm that she and her husband “are on the same page” about end of life considerations

Feedback from a client:

Melanie’s pragmatic and wise advice following the recent death of my dear friend Sarah was a great comfort and support. Navigating the practical and emotional impacts of Sarah’s passing with Melanie’s assistance made a very difficult time not only easier, but has had a lasting positive influence on how I now view death and dying.

Emma T.

Feedback from a client:

I was helped through a very difficult time with Melanie's sympathetic and practical assistance.  When my husband was dying in the hospice, and I was emotionally ragged, she was able to offer a calm and sensible presence that enabled me to work through all the minutiae required, and to see clearly the path ahead.  Melanie was a great comfort to us both.

Julie C.

Feedback from an attendee at an “Advance Care Planning Workshop” held at Vermont South Neighbourhood House, Vermont South in September 2024:

“I found the Advance Care Planning Workshops conducted at the Vermont South Neighbourhood House very useful. In particular, it clarified all my doubts I have been pondering for months over the intricate and confusing connection between a person’s advance care directive and their appointed medical treatment decision maker.

I have no hesitation to recommend this course to anyone who wants to get a comprehensive understanding of the advance care planning process.

M.Y. Leung