Lake Michigan Passage was created by Carly Pollack, a clinical social worker specializing in grief, trauma, and end-of-life support.

A place to better understand what’s happening during death, dying, and loss.

This site is educational and does not replace medical, hospice, or mental health care.

About Lake Michigan Passage

Lake Michigan Passage is a place to better understand what happens at the end of life. Not just medically, but emotionally and practically.

Whether you’re facing a loss, supporting someone who is dying, or simply wanting to be more prepared, you’re in the right place.

You’ll find grounded, straightforward information about death, dying, hospice, and grief, explained in a way that helps you make sense of what’s happening while you’re in it.

What You’ll Find Here

  • Hospice and palliative care, explained clearly

  • Physical changes at the end of life

  • Death anxiety and anticipatory grief

  • How to support someone who is dying

  • End-of-life planning and decision-making