TLC Transitional Life Care
A Vajrayana Buddhist education and support program offering spiritual resources for the end of life transition.
WELCOME TO TLC!
Caring for End of Life Transitions in the Buddhist Tradition
“How many years have we struggled trying to establish the dharma, trying to teach, trying to learn? This program, TLC Transitional Life Care, is really trying to do that. It is for the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha; it is for the benefit of all beings.
I think it’s a good idea, help everybody open their eyes! This program
is for the Three Jewels – it is wonderful. I say, thank you.”
Spiritual Care and Support
TLC Transitional Life Care provides informal support through the process of dying to individuals, families, caregivers, friends, and the community. We present educational programs and videos, workshops, and host support talk groups. TLC also offers a concise Buddhist end-of-life manual, 'Instructions for the Transitional State' and a large variety of resources found on this website for those who wish to acknowledge and prepare for their end of life transition, all from a Vajrayana Buddhist perspective. All of our activities are motivated to support this.
TLC'S CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS...
For TLC to live on, we must find new volunteers... Most essential is our need for a Treasurer/member of the board. For the program to maintain a non-profit status, filling this position is crucial. New Zoom crew members for streamed events, and an administrative assistant and transcriptionist would also be great new additions to our team. All volunteers are invited to attend TLC events pro-bono and to enjoy the fulfillment of truly benefitting others. Please consider joining us - our director can schedule a phone call with you. All positions require dedication, some skill, and training is provided. If you’re interested and can offer assistance, please contact us at tlcserves@gmail.com. Just list “Volunteer” in the subject line of your email. Everyone at TLC deeply appreciates your support!
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Thank you!
Shepherding Animals
through the Dying Journey
Animal Chaplaincy ~ Compassion & Care
with Sarah Beasley
Author of "Kindness for All Creatures"
Saturday July 26, 2025
10 a.m.-12:00 p.m. PDT on Zoom
Incorporating Buddhist principles, Sarah Beasley will provide practical advice about mindfully supporting pets, honoring animals, and providing spiritual care for them in times of birth, old age, sickness, and death. Her talk will include an exploration of ethics and an examination of the interconnection between humans and animals, both wild and domesticated. Explanations for practices to accompany the dying and death process for pets will be provided as we open the conversation about compassionate animal guardianship.
A Future TLC Event
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Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche
Author of 'Our Pristine Mind:
A Practical Guide to Unconditional Happiness'
Sun. August 24 / 10:00 - 12:00 noon PDT
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