faculty
Our teaching faculty are wise and kindhearted people who have a great passion for the mission of Zen Hospice Project. With dozens of years of combined experience and a bounty of meaningful hospice experiences, these faculty lead our workshops, provide grief support, and carry the lessons of Zen Hospice Project's approach to people and places beyond our walls. Each member of our faculty maintains a contemplative spiritual practice that enables them to bring their unique gifts and presence to their work with the dying, bereaved, and professional caregivers.
David Cohn has been a Volunteer Caregiver with us for over 10 years. He also served on our board of directors for several years. David is an ordained Zen priest who considers hospice care to be an extension of his Buddhist practice. MORE»
Mary Doane supports our mission in a variety of capacities: as a bedside caregiver, as a community outreach speaker, and as a volunteer training facilitator. MORE»
Cybele Lolley is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, consultant and educator, and the founding Bereavement Coordinator for Zen Hospice Project. She serves as a guest teacher in our Grief Support program. MORE»
Maryellen Myers is trained as a clinical psychologist, Integral Coach, and End-of-Life Care Practitioner. She serves individuals and groups with a deep commitment to continuous learning. MORE»
Roy Remer currently serves as our Guest House Volunteer Manager. He is a dedicated educator in the field of hospice care who guides people on their journey through illness, change, and loss. As a core member of Zen Hospice Project's community, Roy brings a wellspring of kind and skillful presence to his caregiving practice. MORE»
Alistair Shanks is a dedicated practitioner and educator in the healing arts of Tai Chi, Qigong and Taoist Breathing. He has been actively involved with Zen Hospice Project since 2004 as a Volunteer Caregiver and Volunteer Training Facilitator. MORE»