90 A Journey Through Hospice: Navigating End-of-Life with Love and Legacy

This episode of Hospice Explained, hosted by Marie Betcher, RN, features an in-depth interview with Tanya Hackney, who shares the profound experience of navigating her mother-in-law, Mary's, end-of-life journey through hospice care after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Tanya provides a heartfelt narrative of Mary's illness, their close family bonds, the decision to enter hospice, and the impactful last days filled with love, spiritual growth, and authentic connections. The conversation also touches on the roles of cancer coaches, the concept of a 'death day party' to celebrate life, and the importance of communication during such challenging times. Finally, Tanya discusses the legacy Mary left behind and the ripple effects on those around her, exemplified by the transition of Mary's caregiver, Christine, into a role as a death doula, embodying the compassionate support essential in end-of-life care.

00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained

00:29 Meet Tanya Hackney: A Life of Adventure and Compassion

01:46 Tanya's Journey with Mary: From Sailing to Hospice

04:40 Mary's Battle with Pancreatic Cancer: A Story of Courage

10:35 The Final Days: Embracing Hospice with Love and Legacy

26:12 Reflections and Insights: The Impact of a Cancer Coach and the Role of Communication

33:30 A Legacy Continued: From Hospice Care to Death Doula

35:56 Closing Thoughts: Honoring Mary's Legacy

Tanya's Contact:

Links: Blog www.taketwosailing.com Book https://ingeniumbooks.com/LTSH Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tanya.hackney.71 https://www.facebook.com/TakeTwoSailing/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taketwosailing/ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/tanyataketwo/

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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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