26. The Gift of Life - Aging Well, Aging Smart & Wisdom for the Journey - A Discussion for Nurses with Meg Mindell and Camilla Taft Hicks (Part 1)

The Gift of Life - Aging Well, Aging Smart, and Wisdom for the Journey is a book authored by Martha L. Henderson, GNP, D.Div., and Meg Mindell, LCSW. The life and work of Martha is the origin of this book. Camilla Taft Hicks, Martha’s niece, in collaboration with Meg, brought the manuscript to publication after Martha’s death. This book highlights the passion of the authors for celebrating the later years of life, just as the earliest moments in life are celebrated with so much anticipation and preparation.  

In this episode, nurses have an opportunity to hear stories of living and dying well. Older adults are frequently encountered in the work nurses perform. This book is rich in author reflections, patient and family stories, and resources, all intended to trigger thoughts and conversations and provide insight into the later years of life. 

Meg shares with listeners about the role of an aging life care professional. Learn more about the role from the Aging Life Care Association (https://www.aginglifecare.org). 

Buy the book: https://thegiftoflifebook.com

Buy the companion journal: Giftoflifejournal

About Meg Mindell, LCSW, C-ASWCM: Meg has been a Licensed Clinical Social worker for over 25 years, working in home care, hospice, and counseling settings. Meg is the founder of Halcyon Elder Care, providing care management and psychotherapy services. Find Meg online at https://thegiftoflifebook.com. 

About Camilla Taft Hicks, MPH: Camilla is a public health practitioner with expertise in health, education and safety. She has worked locally and internationally on innovative programs. Camilla is active in her faith community in Washington, DC. She is a small business owner and yoga instructor. Camilla treasures The Gift of Life book as a legacy from her aunt, Martha Henderson. Find her online at https://thegiftoflifebook.com. (Facebook #CamillaTaftHicks; Instagram @Camilla.t.hicks; LinkedIn @camillatafthicks.

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