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The Sunday Read: 'The Movement to Bring Death Closer'

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Embracing Death at Home

This chapter explores the movement towards home-based care during the dying process, highlighting the experiences of individuals like Boucher who assist families in honoring their deceased loved ones. Through poignant narratives, it emphasizes the emotional complexities and intimacy involved in caring for loved ones at home, contrasting it with conventional funeral practices. The chapter illustrates how families navigate love, loss, and mourning through meaningful rituals, ultimately finding comfort and connection in the face of death.

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