Being There

Name: Being There
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ISBN: 9798385072583

A Hospice Nurse's Reflections on End-of-Life Care

Dawn White, R N

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English

WestBow Press
09 April 2026

Aspects of religion (non-Christian); Sociology: death & dying; Coping with death & bereavement

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This tender, honest exploration of what it means to care for someone at the end of life invites readers into the quiet, often unseen moments of dying. Through intimate stories and practical wisdom, it reveals caregiving not merely as an act of duty but as a profound human exchange - where love, grief, resilience, and meaning coexist. Grounding and compassionate, it's a guide for anyone navigating loss, presence, and the fragile beauty of a final goodbye. The author offers a rare, deeply grounded perspective, shaped by years of work as a hospice registered nurse and by the intimate experience of caring for dying family members. At the bedside, both professionally and personally, she has witnessed the realities of dying in all their complexity: the medical, the emotional, and the profoundly human. This dual lens allows the author to bridge clinical knowledge and lived compassion, offering practical, honest, and deeply empathetic insights rooted in both professional expertise and personal love.

By: Dawn White R N
Imprint: WestBow Press
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 163g
ISBN: 9798385072583
Pages: 134
Publication Date: 09 April 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active