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The Bardo is dedicated to reimagining ourrelationship to death, dying, life, and living.Rooted in the healing power of nature and thewisdom of embracing life's transitions, our nature-based sanctuary offers rooms for those dying,care for those grieving, and guides for thosenavigating the complexities of all that a diagnosisbrings. The Bardo End-of-Life House has 3 guest roomsfor those who are at the end of life. The house issituated on over 40 acres of sanctuary land. Wewelcome all those who are facing end of life,coping with loss, or assisting others in the dyingprocess. We invite personal exploration andhealing through nature-based therapies, equineand animal therapy, death with dignity, and more.We seek to inform and train practitioners andcaregivers looking for new paradigms and tools tobetter serve the dying. We offer a safe andnurturing space surrounded by nature forindividuals and families to face fears, connectdeeply and find beauty, peace and meaning duringlife's most significant transition.Monday, April 7th - Lunch & Learn

Join Tony Goodrow (volunteer founder of a ten-bedresidential hospice and creator of Better Impactsoftware) along with Tim Sarazen, President of BetterImpact, for lunch and a lively conversation. Share someof the challenges you’re facing in your volunteerengagement, learn how Volunteer Impact software ishelping leaders of volunteers at other hospices, and hearTony’s favorite story of how volunteers can make aresidential hospice a home-like experience.Tuesday, April 8th - Lunch & Learn

Residential hospice houses in Minnesota providespecialized end-of-life care in a home-like setting.These houses offer 24-hour support from adedicated team of professionals, including nurses,aides, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers,to ensure patients receive compassionatephysical, emotional, and spiritual care. In addition to managing pain and symptoms,residential hospice houses provide a comfortingenvironment where patients and families canfocus on quality time together. These homes serveas a vital resource for ensuring dignity, peace, andcomfort during life’s final stages. Join us for this Lunch & Learn session to learnmore about the residential hospice houses inMinnesota and how they are working to continueserving patients and their families in these home-like environments. A brief presentation will befollowed by a panel discussion of representativesfrom Our Lady of Peace, The Pillars, SeasonsHospice, and Quiet Oaks. Tuesday, April 8th - Lunch & Learn

Choose Optage®, a faith-based hospice dedicated tohonoring your desire to live each day with respect anddignity. Our team combines expertise with Christiancompassion to provide comprehensive support in painmanagement, education and spiritual care. We take aholistic and integrated approach that addresses theneeds of the whole person, ensuring that you receivethe care and support you deserve.Call or visit us online to learn more651-746-8200 | Optage.orgOptage is the home and community based services division of Presbyterian Homes and Services. Optage provides the support to live well.“Optage Hospice was a caring and dependable team. Theyprovided exceptional care for my father and me. Could nothave done this without them. What a gift they have.”-Family member

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsMinnesota Network of Hospice & Palliative Care is anorganization made up of health care providers,individuals, and allied organizations all committed toadvancing access to, knowledge about, and quality ofhospice and palliative care in Minnesota.Our MissionWe strive to ensure that everyone has the help theyneed to live and die according to their wishes. We dothis through education and advocacy around seriousillness and end-of-life care. Stop by theMNHPC tableduring thereception to meetour new ExecutiveDirector!

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsOur MissionAdvance whole health and wellbeing by providinginterprofessional education, conductingresearch, advancing integrative models of care,and delivering innovative communityengagement programs.Our VisionAdvance the health and wellbeing of people andthe planet.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsDeath Dying and End of Life Resources: anOnline Resource CollectionThis contains resources for students, learnersand professionals. Materials are also for patients,families and caregivers. The materials are relatedto dying, death, end of life, and burial ordisposition. This library was created by aninterprofessional team of experts at theUniversity of Minnesota. All the resources in thecollection are freely available online.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsOur MissionThe mission of North Star Therapy Animals is toimprove the lives of countless individualsthroughout the Twin Cities area by providinghigh-quality therapy animal teams and servicesto a wide variety of facilities.

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WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsImprove the way guys think, feel, and act throughevery phase of their caregiving journey.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsBrightSide Produce is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on amission to expand access to affordable freshproduce. We offer an Online Farmers Market inthe Twin Cities, which helps to fund ourcommunity work, like our Healthy Corner Storesinitiative, Food as Medicine program, and PayWhat You Can fruit and veggie deliveries.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsRedBird brings forth family perspectives inpalliative and hospice care through clinicianeducation, thoughtful collaborations, andinnovative resources. At the Pop-Up comediscover RedBird's compassionate sympathycards and clinician grief resources.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsProviding a nurturing space for people of an everyshape, size and stage of life. A place where patientsfeel empowered in their healthcare choices. Erika has 18 years of experience providingTraditional Chinese Medical care for the community.With experience ranging from fertility and obstetricsto supporting end of life transitions for both hospicepatients and their family.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + Vendors Quella Aromatherapy Patches uncomplicates theuse of essential oils in hospitals, care centers, andmedical communities. Used in clinical settings since2015, patients and families love them.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsWe understand that embarking on a healing journey can be bothtransformative and deeply personal. That’s why we offer a range ofservices, classes, and workshops centered around your energeticwellness. Our Reiki sessions, a gentle and nurturing Japanese formof energy healing, are designed to provide comfort and support.We invite you to explore chakra readings, participate in calmingsound baths, or deepen your knowledge through our Reiki classes.We also offer various classes aimed at helping you connect withyour intuition and navigate the complexities of energetic healing.Our compassionate guidance extends to understanding thetransition in the afterlife, whether it’s pre- or post-mortem.Through mediumship, intuitive readings, Akashic record studies,past life readings, and more, we hope to provide the insights andhealing you seek. Service offered in English and Spanish.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsWe are a queer run ethically sourced mobile crystalshop based out of the Minneapolis Farmers MarketAnnex. Our focus is connecting crystals with the folkswho need the positive energy.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsI help people feel relaxed and at home in theirbodies through one-on-one intuitive Reiki. I havealso created Bedtime Reiki, a nightly mini-sessionsubscription to help you sleep.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsKrista Betcher is a military mom, a teacher, and an award-winning author. By combining her academic background withher certifications in reading and grief support, she has beenable to create books with purpose for her readers. Krista's grief-related books include I Know You're Here, I KnowYou're Here: A Companion Journal, Flutter, Bye/My Flutter,Bye,and Scout's Memory Quilt. Her other books include Lead On!, a discussion starter abouttalents, gifts, and positive leadership; Breathe, Ollie!, amindfulness book for children; YAB Helps You Navigate MiddleSchool, a middle school transition journal; Star's Purpose: AnAir Force Mission (out-of-print); Star's Purpose: A MilitaryMission, and El propósito de Estrella: Una misión militar.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsAs a shaman with nearly two decades of experiencein somatic and intuitive healing, I offer acompassionate and embodied approach to end-of-life care. By honoring the wisdom of the body andspirit, I help impart peace, clarity and connection inlife's sacred final chapters. My approach honors thejourney of dying as a profound passage with dignityfor those at the threshold and those who walkbeside them.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsMarisa Xiukuauhtli Martinez is an Indigenous andMexican artist whose creations are deeply rooted inthe ancient cosmology and traditions of her heritage.Working with ethically sourced stones and mixedmetals, she brings each piece to life with reverencefor nature and a profound connection to her culturalroots. Known for their energetic resonance andstorytelling, her works transcend the ordinary,merging the realms of sacred talismans andwearable art. She loves sharing the wisdomembedded in her work and facilitates individual andsmall group workshops, weaving creativity andmindfulness practices to offer support to those on ahealing journey.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsOur Mission:To provide a private and compassionate spacefor individuals anticipating or enduring the deathof a family member; to offer access toprofessional resources; and to instill hope byproviding connection to others through peer-based events and activities.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsMy mission is to empower individuals—especially those in thehealing professions—with functional health and holisticenergetic guidance, helping them cultivate resilience, vitality,and alignment for a bright, thriving life.Khailaz Functional Wellness offers a unique blend offunctional nutrition, muscle testing, and energy mentorshipto support overall well-being. I specialize in simple, effectivestrategies to help individuals optimize their health, preventburnout, and restore balance—especially for those in high-demand caregiving roles. Through nutrition, nervous systemregulation, and energetic alignment, I guide providers insustaining their own well-being so they can continue to serveothers from a place of strength and vitality.

WELLBEINGORBITWELLBEINGORBITTheExhibitors + VendorsExhibitors + VendorsThe team of board-certified music therapists at Healing RhythmsMusic Therapy utilize music as a powerful tool to support patientsand their caregivers throughout the end-of-life journey. Throughlive music, legacy projects, grief support, and celebration of lifeservices, we provide compassionate care that enhances comfort,fosters connection, and honors each individual's unique story.We partner with hospice agencies and healthcare organizations tooffer contracted music therapy services, while also working directlywith families who wish to privately pay for additional support. Ourservices are available both in person and virtually across 30+counties in Minnesota, ensuring accessibility for those seekingmeaningful, music-based care in order to honor each person’sunique story with sensitivity and respect.

TECHNICALASSISTANCETEAMThe MNHPC TechnicalAssistance Team is available forprovider members to submitpractice-related questions*regarding items such asregulatory and compliancerequirements, qualitystandards and best practices,community standards, etc. Weare thrilled to have theseunique sets of skills andexpertise brought to the table.These team members havebeen appointed by the MNHPCBoard of Directors, and theirengagement is a testament totheir leadership and service inthe end-of-life and seriousillness field.

THE PEDIATRICPALLIATIVE CARECOALITION OFMINNESOTA (PPCCMN)Serving Minnesota's ChildrenThe Pediatric Palliative CareCoalition of Minnesota(PPCCMN) is a collaboration ofprofessionals and communityrepresentatives who want toimprove pediatric palliativecare in Minnesota. PPCCMNserves over 1,200 Minnesotachildren living with a life-limiting or terminal conditionwho could or who do benefitfrom pediatric palliative careservices.A goal of PPCCMN is to be aunified voice for providersoffering pediatric palliativecare. PPCCMN works withcommunity networksthroughout Minnesotaincluding the Twin Cities,Duluth, Rochester, Alexandria,and St. Cloud.