Quote Originally Posted by JaneV2.0 View Post
I've never been with a loved one when they died--unless you count my cats. It's my opinion that we all die alone.
That's true. But for the living, being with loved ones when they die is an immeasurable blessing. I was with my mother and my MIL when they died, and I am so glad. It may or may not have helped them, but it definitely helped me. I think the inability of loved ones to be with parents/spouses/etc during these times is huge trauma and tragedy.

Can't we come up with a solution that ensures the safety of all, yet permits the intimacy at these critical times?