I am Gabriele McClure. And I am grateful that you found this page.
I have always been fascinated by death and spirituality. Working as a Hospice CNA ( Certified Nurse Aide ) for 20 years gave me incredible insight and knowledge about dying and death.
After my Husband died in 2018, I realized how unprepared I was. I knew what Rocky wanted at the end of his life, but there was so much more. The dying part felt “easy. “ When it came to the “business” part, I struggled—changing the name on utility bills, closing bank accounts, or cleaning out his closet. It made me realize that my Husband was gone, really gone. Without the help of friends, Church, and co-workers, I would have been completely lost. That is when I knew that there was not only a need for supporting people to die in the comfort of their own homes with dignity and respect but also for supporting the family to navigate the complex journey that often follows.
In 2010, I earned my Reiki Master certificate. Although I cannot always accomplish physical healing through Reiki, I can make the journey to the end less stressful. I was given the gift of helping many people find closure in the death of their loved ones. This part of my work is fascinating, engaging, and also helpful.
Because of hip replacement surgery in 2024, I returned to school to complete a one-year diploma program in Addiction and Family counseling. I completed the program in January 2024 and graduated with honors in June 2024. My specialty will be grief, bereavement, and depression.
I am very passionate about what I do.
In early 2024, I started a Death Cafe in Saskatoon, SK
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