RESOURCES AND LINKS
LINKS
Dying Matters
The Soul Midwives Foundation is a member of -Dying Matters-Let's Talk About It - the national co-alition between the Council for Palliative Care and the NHS to raise awareness and generate debate on death, dying and bereavement
Transitus Network
The Network comprises a growing group of people working in a way that honours all aspects of life - mind, body, spirit and emotions - that are involved with the sacred process of dying. Our aims are: to release fears and taboos; support those dying and bereaved; raise awareness of 'green' and family-based approaches to death; and to encourage the acceptance of the concept of continuity of consciousness. The Network also supports its members so that none of us feels alone. Members include those working with: midwifing the soul; music thanatology; alternative funerals and celebrations; natural burials; grief counselling; life after death; related workshops; and more.
www.transitus.co.uk
Martinsey Isle Trust
The Martinsey Isle Trust is a not for profit organisation, involved in a variety of work connected to green burials, Glastonbury and death and dying.
Another division of the Trust is concerned with The Art of Dying (and Living) Project. It is dedicated to providing opportunities for open, honest and supported discussion of death, dying and bereavement in modern society and especially on how such opportunities can enrich life.
www.martinsey.org
RESOURCES
Soul Wrap/QuiltsThese are designed and made with the sick and dying in my mind. They are a form of companion for whatever journey is being taken. Some of the patches are pockets which can hold poems, notes, memories or lavender bags.I had the idea that these Soul Wraps would also be a comfort to friends and family as they can give their love through the messages, photos and poems. When their loved one passes, the Soul Wrap can be used as a shroud or retained as a keep-sake.Sizes vary from 120cms x 180cms upwards. I make them in various fabrics such as silk, fair trade, organic cotton and voile. As a result the prices vary, starting at approximately £65.00. Patchwork pocketed pillow cases are also available for children.Please feel free to email to discuss your requirements.
Rainbow Hung at the window, the light shines through giving the feel of rainbow entering the room. Therapeutically, they can be used in the room of a bed-ridden patient. When used in meditation/relaxation rooms, the colours reflect on each other and, in a breeze, change in tone and intensity. To strengthen the colours, hang the rainbow in front of white voile. Size – 144cms wide x approx 180cms dropprice - £20.00 each Prices do not include postage and packing. For more details; Email info@hazelrowntreecounselling.com www.hazelrowntreecounselling.com
Materia Aromatica -essential oils These oils are the best that we have come across and are of the very highest quality.We recommend especially their Fragonia, Spikenard, Cedarwood and Rose Absolute all of which have very pure energetic properties and are suitable for working with the dying
Dead Sea Aromatherapy Bath Salts- These are a wonderful way of cleansing and re-vitalising if you've been working closely with anyone who is unwell, infact just what any therapist needs after working with a patient to top up their own healing reserves.
These mineral rich salts come from the Dead Sea and come in two versions, one laced with Jasmine oil and Rose petals and the other with Frankincense oil and Rose petals. and cost £5.99 for 500ml- www.deadseabathcare.co.uk
Floris Jasmine and Rose Scented candles- are perfect for scenting the sick room and an excellent aid to vigilling and the aroma is very pure and uplifting. The candles cost £30 and will burn for between 30 and 35 hours. Available from www.floris.london.com