In a few days I am heading to Hermosillo, Sonora to meet with the principals of a new palliative care residence, review some assisted living/long-term care homes, and join a colleague in San Carlos (two hours south near Guaymas) for a vital conversation on navigating the unexpected in Mexico.
We’ll be diving into the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of preparing for healthcare emergencies and end-of-life care in Mexico – a journey that requires understanding different laws, cultural nuances, and a healthcare system that can feel complex when you’re far from home.
My Death Educator and End-of-Life Doula colleague Marta Macbeth will share about her experiences with a dying loved one in San Carlos and Hermosillo as well as the use of cannabis for comfort care.
I will also share stories and focus on the importance of advance care documents plus building a support system if you are an expat. Together with Marta we will discuss the palliative care options currently available in the Guaymas-San Carlos-Hermosillo area.
Here below is a poster of the free, open to the public event if you have friends or colleagues in Sonora who may wish to attend.
Below the poster is a link to my blog, based on 11 years of hands-on experience, about Dying in Mexico and how to prepare.
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To peaceful, positive outcomes for all.
Wendy Jane Carrel, MA, is a trusted older adult advocate and consultant who has hands-on experience with healthcare systems, senior care residences, and end-of-life care in Mexico, Ecuador, and other nations. She acts as a healthcare liaison providing informed, thoughtful guidance and curated, compatible care options for individuals, and for families and their loved ones. She is a speaker and published author on subjects related to senior well-being and a trauma-informed end-of-life doula. Wendy’s web site is http://www.WellnessShepherd.com.
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