Merging Two Passions: Biodanza and the Art of Gentle Dying — A Weekend at Leela Community

Biodanza; the dance of life and the art of gentle dying – ways to merge and align our hearts to both….
A Gentle Afternoon: January’s Companionship Café

January’s Companionship Cafe offered an afternoon of self-care and gentleness following the storms a few weeks previous….
The Companionship Cafe on the road…. Embracing Community in 2026

In 2026, the Companionship Cafe will be on the road, visiting 3 different locations consecutively each month….
Decorating the Memorial Christmas Tree at Princess Pavilions

December 2025 – members of the Companionship Cafe gathered at the Princess Pavilions for a truly uplifting and memorable morning as we decorated our memorial Christmas tree for the annual Christmas Tree Festival.
Creating Memories at the Compassionate Cafe: A Family Gathering at Princess Pavilions

This drop-in session was a wonderful opportunity for individuals and families of all generations to come together and create meaningful memorial decorations for the Christmas Tree Festival.
Embracing the Elements: Reflections from the November TLC Course

In November, we gathered for our TLC -an enriching EOL holistic education experience that coincided with the seasonal shift; shorter days and longer nights.
Crafting Memories: October’s Compassionate Cafe and the Christmas Tree Festival

At the end of October, the Compassionate Cafe buzzed with creativity and warmth as we embarked on a heartfelt project in preparation for the Princess Pavilions Christmas Tree Festival.
Honouring Grief Through Art: Henrietta Heron at the Companionship Cafe

Recently, we had the privilege of welcoming Henrietta Heron, a talented artist and writer, to the Companionship Cafe. Henrietta’s journey through grief and loss following the death of her child, as well as a significant family bereavement, profoundly transformed her life.
Embracing the Art of Gentle Dying: Sharing Insights at the “Living Well, Caring Well, Ending Well” Conference

In September 2025, I had the honor of presenting a talk and conducting a creative art workshop at the “Living Well, Caring Well, Ending Well” conference….. find out more –
Connecting Through Compassion: Highlights from the September TLC Course

This particular TLC day was a heartfelt reminder of how meaningful conversations can lead to soulful connections and deep friendships……