How to Preserve a Loved One's Legacy Using Modern Technology

In this episode, Dawn Delaloye returns to talk about Reflekta, a digital platform designed to help people preserve memories, stories, and legacies of the people they love. Dawn shares the origin story of Reflekta, the need the founders saw, and the mission that continues to shape their work: giving people a meaningful way to remember, honor, and stay connected with loved ones through story and intentional reflection. Dawn walks us through how Reflekta works and how individuals and families can use it to collect and store legacy information about loved ones—whether they are still living or have already died. Reflekta allows users to gather photos, videos, audio clips, written stories, and even voice recordings in one secure online space, creating a living archive of memory and meaning that can be revisited and shared over time. A significant part of the conversation focuses on the role of technology and AI in grief support. Dawn and Jerry acknowledge the concerns many people have about AI and new digital tools, especially when it comes to something as tender as loss and remembrance. Together, they explore how technology, when thoughtfully designed and ethically used, can actually enhance our ability to remember, reflect, and connect across generations—not replace human connection, but support it. Listeners will hear practical ideas for using Reflekta: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Inviting family members to share stories and upload media to build a collective memory space p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Recording or uploading voice messages to preserve the unique sound and presence of a loved one p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0"> Using prompts and reflections to help process grief and keep bonds alive through storytelling If you are supporting someone who is grieving, working in end-of-life care, or simply wanting to be more intentional about preserving your own family's stories, this episode offers a hopeful look at how digital legacy tools like Reflekta can become part of a compassionate, human-centered approach to grief and remembrance. You can learn more about Reflekta by visiting their website at Reflekta.ai.  Connect with Harbor Hospice & Beacon Hospice: Follow Harbor Hospice on Facebook. Follow Beacon Hospice on Facebook. For more information about Harbor Hospice, please visit harborhospice.com For more information about Beacon Hospice, please visit beacon.life For more information about HarborCare & BeaconCare Palliative Services, please visit myharborcare.com Please send your questions or comments to the podcast host at [email protected].