Chinese

Cheryl

Cheryl Joe is second-generation; her parents came to Canada from China. She grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia where she works as a school teacher. Cheryl cared for her father after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.

Towards independence

Cheryl talks about helping her mom become independent after her dad's death. (02:21)

Chinese - Emotions and Support

Protection from the truth (1:50)
Be patient, then listen (1:06)
I don't want to talk about it (0:48)
Don't postpone family visits (1:10)
Thinking about dying (1:00)
It's ok to cry (0:49)
Living for this moment (1:23)
When family is far away (2:12)
Reaching out for support (2:10)
I don't want to be a burden (2:16)
My mother's grief (4:10)
Support after death (1:38)
Translators and counsellors (1:53)
Nurses are important (1:01)
Do secrets protect us? (1:40)

Chinese - After Death and Ceremonies

Dad's wishes, Mom's wishes (2:13)
Fulfilling my father's wishes (2:47)
Chinese voices: A daughter's story of after death and grief (6:55)

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