Testimonials

 

“Del McAlister  is a skilled communicator who specialises in taking  difficult and complex  concepts and  presenting them clearly and  simply. She writes and presents her material in an easily understood and well  structured style.”

 

"Excellent, real, meaningful, and compassionate, are a few words to describe the workshop on bereavement, grief and loss. Great tools to equip leaders to handle this potentially fragile time in a persons’ life journey. Well prepared and presented by the writer Del, with sensitivity, grace and care.  Thank you Del for your insight and courage to produce this seminar, highly recommended for all people."

 

“I have observed her wisdom, love, and mercy while interacting with people from all walks of life in a group setting through her advice and  encouragement.”

 

“Del Marie displayed a tenderness and compassion at such a painful time. She exhibited competency throughout the service, and engaged family members in a positive and sensitive way.” 

 

“Del Marie McAlister possesses a unique ability to quickly and  accurately assess the heart of the   problem, the most pressing issue.  I have seen her in a public setting and she relates easily and sensitively to a  variety of age groups from children, teens to the aged. Del gives focused  attention. I always come away from time with Del  feeling more   empowered to make decisions which  will most  benefit me."

 

"Thank you for doing my mother's funeral. I am so happy you did it for us.  It was a wonderful service."

 

“I have found Mrs McAlister to be approachable, compassionate and gentle in her manner. Qualities that I personally believe are necessary in her role.”    

 

"It was a pleasure for our family that you did our mother's farewell service. Everyone said it was so nice. Thanks."

 

"Del Marie excelled as a person of character, in all her areas of responsibility. Del has a great disposition and wonderful  interpersonal skills. She has proved herself extremely capable and confident to deal with many issues. She was highly esteemed by those she worked with and managed and I would not hesitate in recommending her to you.”

 

"It was obvious Del’s educational qualifications and life experience had shaped an informative, practical and entertaining insight into the topic she shared. Del provided guided handouts at the seminar that were written in an easy-to-follow manner and encouraged audience participation and reflective thought. As a health practitioner and seminar presenter, I would be more than happy to recommend Del Marie McAlister for future events."

 

Feedback from Seminar in Lismore 10.05.14

 

“An excellent course. I would recommend to any person with a heart for caring.”

 

“I learned a lot that I did not know and now feel better equipped to help those I know I will be supporting following the loss of their loved ones.”

 

“It was a great course, heaps of information and reinforcement of things I knew. I have a greater understanding of helping someone who is grieving.”

 

“A lovely heart-felt sharing on a very difficult topic. Your warmth and empathy were significant and reassuring.”

 

“It was an interesting seminar. Glad to have attended.”

 

“I have found the details and the gentle empathy expressed was lovely and very helpful”

 

“Thank you Del for your enthusiastic and real seminar. Great to hear examples of everyday peoples experiences that you shared.”

 

“I was encouraged by the presentation.”

 

“It was a great seminar. Learned some new things and refresher was good. You are a good presenter and made the presentation personal as well as general. Very encouraging and inspiring. You have a wonderful loving heart.”

 

“Del I found your workshop enjoyable. I gained knowledge and reinforced life skills. Great way to spend my morning.”

 

“I enjoyed the morning. It met all my needs and given me more coping skills.”

 

“Great presentation Del. Enjoyed. Love the resources. Well done.”

 

“I enjoyed the seminar and learned some excellent lessons to use.”

 

“Very informative. You have a lot of knowledge on the topic which is well shared. Lovely compassionate style of presenting. Nice mix of activity, slides, and presenting (talking).”

 

“Refreshed coping mechanisms. Learned a few new methods and things not to say or do.”

 

“I enjoyed the seminar. It was very informative and it was good to meet like-minded people.”