“She was so smart.  She dedicated her life to teaching others.” one of the care coordinators shares, attempting to hold back tears. 

The care coordination team is sitting in a circle in a spacious, well-lit room in the offices of Friends Life Care. Other coordinators nod, heads down.  They all can relate to the grief in the voice of their peer.  Another coordinator speaks of how at peace their member seemed with end of life.  Yet another shares a member’s favorite quote that makes the room smile and laugh. 
Care Coordinators Forge Connections

When a Fr…

Happy New Year to you and yours from the Friends Life Care team. May the new year bring you much health and happiness. The DEIB “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging” Task Force at at Friends Life Care Partners shared a list of some different ways that the new year — January 1st — has been celebrated and commemorated around the world.
Traditions and Customs Around the World
Brazil – In Brazil, this time of the the year is a kick off to summer and many people head to the beach.  After midnight, it is a tradition to jump through seven waves and make seven wishes…