Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist explores doing what matters in life and discusses end-of-life issues with Barbara Krause, author and certified death midwife, Mary Carlsen of the Medical Aid in Dying group (MAiD), and Julianne Donaldson who shares a personal story about her husband’s terminal illness.
February 5, 2024 – “When My Time Comes” 6:30pm-8pm, Northfield Public Library, Bunday Room
Spurred on by the death of her husband, the Peabody-award-winning NPR journalist Diane Rehm crosses the country to take an in-depth look at medical aid in dying. She speaks to people on all sides of the issue, uncovering the pros and cons, the facts and the misinformation surrounding this controversial practice that is now legal in nine states and the District of Columbia. The result is both moving and informative – an eye-opening documentary that is sure to provoke strong reactions and thoughtful conversations among viewers of all ages and backgrounds. https://whenmytimecomesmovie.com/
February 9, 2024 – Anticipatory Grief Conversation, 10am-11:30am, Northfield Public Library, Bunday Room
February 12 – 23, 2024 (TBD) – Medical Aid in Dying Support Bus Trip to Minnesota Capitol – Free
Barbara Krause is the author of the book series Sacred Bonds®: Seeking Light, Gathering Light, Becoming Light. This collection is a culmination of eleven years of observation, anecdotal evidence, personal and others’ life interactions, research, and listening to people regarding what matters most to them about loss, death, and dying–and why they can be hesitant to share their voice. She is also a certified death midwife and works with clients using her knowledge and experiences to help them transform their fears and anxieties. InTheThickofThings.com
Mary Carlsen is a St. Olaf Professor Emerita of Social Work and Family Studies. She was named the Social Worker of the Year by the Minnesota chapter of the National Association of Social Work (NASW) in 2023. She has worked in health care social work in hospital, nursing home, hospice, and home care settings for nearly four decades. Her primary research areas are end-of-life decision-making/advanced care planning, social work practice in end-of-life care, and global social work.
Julianne Donaldson will share her story about her husband Don Donaldson’s terminal illness. He wanted the option of medical aid in dying to end his suffering from stage 4 esophageal and stomach cancer. Julianne is now advocating for the compassionate option in her home state of Minnesota.
