Understanding Hospice Care: An Interview with Scott Zimmerman In episode 144 of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher BSN, RN a former hospice nurse, interviews Scott Zimmerman, a trusted advisor in life insurance and long-term care. Scott shares his personal experience with hospice care for his father, who had COPD, and discusses the importance of hospice in providing comfort during the end-of-life season. The episode delves into Scott's background, his professional insights, and his positive views on the significance of hospice care. Scott also shares his mother's perspective and talks about his work in life insurance and long-term care, offering his contact information for those interested. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:49 Meet Scott Zimmerman: Life Insurance and Long-Term Care Expert 02:32 Scott's Personal Hospice Experience 06:46 Understanding Hospice Care and Medications 08:20 Reflections on Hospice and End-of-Life Care 15:33 Scott's Professional Insights and Contact Information 19:39 Conclusion and Call to Action

https://linktr.ee/scottzimmerman

Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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