Italian

Pina

Pina Gidaro's husband, Al, was diagnosed with leukemia at age 47. He died 10 years later. She lives near Toronto, Ontario.

Finding the right person

Pina talks about choosing a counsellor. (01:38)

Italian - Emotions and Support

It's important to prepare (3:19)
It's OK for you to go (1:08)
Just be present (1:42)
Caring calmly (0:49)
Grief can't be rushed (1:32)
When home care isn't enough (0:53)
Accepting and planning for death (1:41)
A family matter (1:55)
Comforting the dying (1:28)
Human kindness (2:49)
Grieving the Italian way (1:20)
Angry all the time (1:33)
Finding comfort (1:19)
No regrets (1:55)
Unexpected joy (2:07)

Italian - Talking About Illness

It's OK for you to go (1:08)
Just be present (1:42)
Caring calmly (0:49)
Don't talk about it (0:58)
Comfort care (1:29)
A good death (2:22)
Sharing information (3:04)
Important conversations (2:08)
Those left behind (1:12)
Don't forget hope (2:28)

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