Based in Grande Prairie, Alberta
Quality of Life Specialist,
Registered Nurse and Public Speaker
Quality of Life Planning Specialist
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Quality of Life Planning
Do you have a plan for if you are unable to speak for yourself? Let me help you create the documents necessary to ensure that all the details of how you want to live, and who you want to be in control of your life when you are no longer able.
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Health Care Advocacy and Navigation
Are you struggling to get the answers you need from our Health Care System? Navigating our Health Care System is not easy. I can help you understand what questions to ask, and be clear about what next steps you need to be take.
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Senior & Family Support
Do you have a senior family member who nees more support? Coming to terms with the fact that a Senior Family Member can no longer effectively care for themselves is a hard realization. Let me help make this process easier for both you and your loved one.
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End of life support & Guidance
Do you have an end of life diagnosis? Did you know there are no rules when you are dying? I will ensure that no one will put limitations on what you want. I will empower and ensure that your support system can go at their own pace and not be pushed by external pressures.
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What happens if there comes a day when you can no longer communicate your own decisions? Who would have control over what happens to you? What about your belongings? What about your finances?
What if you are unconscious and will be living the rest of your days on life-support…Would you want to keep living?
Who would you want to make these decisions? Who do you want in control of your quality of life when you can no longer advocate for yourself?
Maybe this is only temporary… Who do you trust to manage your life while you are unable to?
These questions are crucial for you to answer and write down if you want control over how your life proceeds when you are no longer capable of voicing it yourself.
Let me help you create the documents necessary to ensure that all the details of how you want to live, and who you want to be in control of your life when you are no longer able. This information needs to be clearly written down for it to be accurately followed.
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Does going to the Doctor’s office intimidate you? Have you ever left the doctor’s office still feeling unclear?
Navigating our Health Care System is not easy. You can try your best to express your symptoms in that short 10-minute period given, but often you leave with blind trust, not fully understanding if you articulated yourself accurately or sometimes you might even forget what was said, or question what you heard.
With over 36 years in the Health Care System (20 years in the USA as a Neonatal & Pediatric ICU Nurse, 16 years in Canada with Seniors Care/Hospice) I can help you understand what questions to ask, who to ask these questions to, and will also attend appointments with you to ensure you are leaving heard and clear about what next steps you need to be take.
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Coming to terms with the fact that a Senior Family Member can no longer effectively care for themselves is a hard realization. Let me help make this process easier for both you and your loved one.
First, I will have a non-confrontational conversation with the Senior to assess their living situation and determine what kind of care is required in a very relaxed setting to avoid any fear or resistance.
Next, I will connect you with the appropriate community services such as in-home care & city/country support.
Finally, if relocation is required or desired, I can help to organize, pack, and set up their new living space to ensure ease and comfortability throughout the entire process.
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Did you know there are no rules when you are dying? I will ensure that no one will put limitations on what you want and what your support system needs.
IF you want a LIVE celebration of LIFE, we can make it happen.
IF you want to do a video for important people in your life, we will get it done.
If you want to write letters, take pictures, or leave birthday cards, we can do that.
I will empower and ensure that your support system can go at their own pace and not be pushed by external pressures.
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Let me inspire you and your group to assist people who are caring for end-of-life patients.
Hi, I’m Brenda Pelland-McIntosh
If you or your loved ones require assistance with navigating the healthcare system, improving your quality of life, or how to move forward with a palliative diagnosis, then you're in the right place. With my 35+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Quality Life Planner, and End of Life Doula, I specialize in advocating for individuals and families, guiding them through life's transitions, regardless of age or stage. My dedication to helping people explore all their options has led me to adopt the term "Optionologist." I'm delighted to provide an overview of my services.