Hello-Welcome to Cardamom Path

Hello and Welcome to Cardamom Path.

Cardamom Path was founded by Pam Chotiswatdi, MPH and Angela Lockhart. Read more about us individually at the CP Collective page at Cardamompath.com

At Cardamom Path, we are dedicated to transforming the journey towards life's end into a passage marked by understanding, care, and dignity. Rooted in the belief that the End of Life deserves as much beauty and care as the beginning, our mission is to enrich the fabric of death and dying through comprehensive education, unwavering support, and advocacy.

As a collective, we strive to create a compassionate directory and network that bridges the gap between individuals facing the end of life, their loved ones, and the professionals who serve them. We are committed to illuminating the importance of griefwork, facilitating transitions in the dying process, and promoting sustainable practices like green burials.

Through Cardamom Path, we aim to elevate the discourse around death, encouraging a culture of openness and preparedness. By empowering death and grief workers, doulas, and families with knowledge and resources, we support the creation of meaningful end-of-life experiences that honor the individual and respect the environment.

Mission Statement:

Cardamom Path is dedicated to transforming end-of-life journeys through education, support, and advocacy, promoting beauty and care in death as in life. We aim to create a compassionate collective, offering a directory of resources and professional support for those navigating death, dying, and grief.

Vision Statement:

Cardamom Path envisions a world where conversations about death and dying are embraced with openness and dignity, fostering a society prepared for life's final chapter. We aspire to be at the forefront of sustainable end-of-life practices, advocating for green burials and eco-friendly choices that honor our planet. By building a comprehensive network of death and grief workers, we aim to ensure that every individual and their loved ones have access to knowledgeable, compassionate support. Through our efforts, we strive to cultivate a culture where the end of life is respected and treated with as much care and beauty as its beginning.

What is a Cardamom Path?
A collective

Directory / Network 

Education 

Support

In pursuit of our mission, Cardamom Path pledges to:

• Provide accessible education on death, dying, and grief, demystifying natural processes and promoting a healthy societal relationship with mortality.
  

• Advocate for eco-friendly burial options and practices, highlighting the importance of leaving a gentle footprint on the earth even in death.
  

• Build a comprehensive network of professionals, including death doulas and grief workers, to offer support, guidance, and care for those navigating the end of life and the bereavement that follows.
  

• Foster a community of support, where sharing experiences and insights about death and dying strengthens collective understanding and compassion.

At Cardamom Path, we walk alongside those at the threshold of life and death, offering navigation through education, advocacy, and support. Together, we can redefine the end-of-life experience as one of beauty, care, and respect for all.