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Mosaic of China

The Death Companion (ZHOU Yan, Hospice and ’Death Café’ Volunteer)

Jun 6, 2023
54:43
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The guest, Zhou Yan, discusses her work as a hospice and 'Death Café' volunteer in China, dispelling superstition and stigma around death. Topics include the impact of technology, challenges of hospice care, importance of open communication about death, cultural differences, and finding inspiration in listening to dying people.
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Quick takeaways

  • Zhou Yan's work in hospices and 'Death Cafés' helps dispel superstitions and stigma around death in China.
  • Her volunteer experiences have taught her to live life more intentionally and prioritize relationships with loved ones.

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The Importance of Hospice Volunteer Work and Death Cafe

Joy-en discusses her work as a hospice volunteer and her involvement with the organization Hand in Hand. She explains that they train volunteers and send them to hospices to provide companionship and support for patients in their final months. She also talks about the concept of Death Cafe, where people gather to discuss and explore the topic of death in a relaxed and open environment.

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