Grief Unfiltered: Stories from Grow Through Your Grief

A Week in Hospice: Our Journey Through Our Dads Final Days


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In this deeply personal episode, the host is joined by her sister Danette to recount the last week of their father's life as he battled terminal lung cancer in hospice care. They share their emotional journey, from the initial phone call signaling the end was near, to the intimate and challenging moments of witnessing their father's decline. With raw emotions and heartfelt anecdotes, they reflect on the importance of family support, self-care during grief, and the bittersweet beauty of being present during a loved one's final days. The sisters aim to offer comfort and solidarity to others facing similar experiences.

 

📌 Timestamps:
  • 00:00 Introduction and Purpose
  • 00:37 The Beginning of the Final Week
  • 01:11 First Reactions and Decisions
  • 01:56 Arriving at Hospice 02:33 Danette's Journey Back Home
  • 05:04 Settling into Hospice Routine
  • 05:58 Emotional Roller Coaster
  • 07:55 Comfort and Support in Hospice
  • 23:59 Final Moments and Reflections
  • 31:09 Coping and Moving Forward
  • 38:39 Conclusion and Gratitude
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    Grief Unfiltered: Stories from Grow Through Your GriefBy Krystle Hall & Danette Sugg