SPIRITUAL WELLNESS
Prepared by the GuideStone Director of Pastoral Wellness, Mark Dance
Give Thanks
- Reflect on the time you’ve been given on earth, the forgiveness offered to you by Jesus and the blessings you’ve experienced (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).
Prepare to Meet God
- Death is a doorway to life with God, away from the struggles and suffering of this life. Ask yourself if you are ready to meet and spend eternity with Jesus (John 11:26, John 3:16).
Cast Your Cares on Him
- As eternity draws nearer, bring your worries and fears to God, and lean on him (1 Peter 5:7) (Isaiah 41:10).
FINANCIAL WELLNESS
Prepared by the GuideStone Team**
Have a Will
- Ensure you have resources available to create and maintain an accurate last will and testament.
- Include your investment accounts in your estate planning.
Plan Your Services
- Set aside funding or arrange pre-paid end-of-life services.
Prepare Your Family
- Let your family know of your financial wishes and of next steps to take, such as notifying all of your accounts of your passing.
- Gather the documents your loved ones may need someday and put them in a safe place.
PHYSICAL WELLNESS
Prepared by nurses, doctors and other medical professionals at Lockton and Highmark*
Continue as You Can
- Continue viable activities, follow a balanced diet and maintain good sleeping habits.
Consider Palliative Care
- Focus on managing symptoms and improving quality of life through palliative care.
Decide Your Site of Care
- Choose a provider yourself or work with your family to choose one that can meet your final needs, including any dialysis, infusion and chemo.
EMOTIONAL WELLNESS
Prepared by nurses, doctors and other medical professionals at Lockton and Highmark*
Give Yourself Time to Process
- Allow yourself time to process the end of life.
- Support a grieving family member or friend and remember life’s joyful moments.
Seek Support
- Lean on God and seek support from friends and family.
Consult Your Doctor
- Ask your doctor about the best medication management strategies to help your mental health.
RELATIONAL WELLNESS
Prepared by nurses, doctors and other medical professionals at Lockton and Highmark*
Let Your Family Know Your Wishes
- Notify your family of your wishes for medical treatment and a final resting place.
Name Your Spokesperson
- Work with your doctor and family to create a document and name a spokesperson. A living will designates what decisions should be made for your health if you are incapacitated.
Say Your Goodbyes
- Connect with loved ones to say goodbye and make any amends.
VOCATIONAL WELLNESS
Prepared by the GuideStone Team**
Consider Your Legacy
- Think back on your life and career, considering how you wish to be remembered.
Enjoy Fellowship
- Surround yourself with friends, family and support.
Prepare Notifications
- Let your loved ones know what to do after you pass, including notifying any schools, workplaces or other institutions important to you.
*Maegen Tabor, RN (Lockton) and Darla Mack, RN (Highmark), supported by Dr. Hale (Lockton) and Dr. Jacobson (Highmark)
**Sharita Bent, Edith Dorsey, Eddy Huskey, David Kieffer, Katie Orgunov, Jordan Puskos, Taylor Rogers, Holly Taylor
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