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For this weeks episode we return to our diagnosis specific conversations. Facility Nurse Liaison Laura Fleming comes on to discuss COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and some of the challenges these patients ,and their families face. For more information on Hospice care please visit Hospiceofdavidson.org 

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This week, Cole is Joined by Sophia Russell, MHA, MDiv. Sophia is the Executive Director of the Positive Wellness Alliance. She comes on to discuss the organization's services, and impact in the community, for those living with HIV/AIDS. For more information on their services or to get involved, visit: https://www.positivewellnessalliance.org/. You can also call them at: 336-248-4646

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For this week's episode we start our series on Hospice appropriate patients with diagnosis of Alzheimer/Dementia. Megan Owens, RN, BSN, CHPN makes her way on to discuss her experiences as a Facility Nurse Case Manager. She gives us some great insight in what we see from this diagnosis and readiness for hospice. 

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On this week's episode, Cole discusses Grief & Bereavement Counseling with Emily Sullivan MA, LCMHCA. Emily is a Grief Counselor with Hospice of Davidson County. She comes on to discuss some misconceptions surrounding grief, and highlight programs intended to help families and the community heal after a loss. 

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Season 3 is here! On this week's episode, Hospice of Davidson County's Medical Director Dr Lana Riemann, and Clinical Educator Jennifer King RN, BSN, CHPN join the podcast. They come on to discuss symptoms & signs near end-of-life. You can find more information on our website: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/resource-library/community-connections-podcast/

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This week's episode is a unique listen into the perspectives from some of Hospice of Davidson County's wonderful staff. The Theme for National Hospice and Palliative Care Month is "Meeting you where you are", so we decided to ask staff what that means for them and their work. A special thank you to those staff for coming on the podcast, many of them for the first time. For more information on the care provided at Hospice of Davidson County visit: hospiceofdavidson.org

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This week's episode is all about whats going on around Hospice of Davidson County and the Community! In this episode you will find all the detailed information you will need to know what about our upcoming events. 

 The holiday season is always an important time for the organization, as it recognizes the difficulties many in our community have after a loss. Grief effects us all differently, but we know that the holiday season is often a particularly difficult time.

For more information or to contact us please visit hospiceofdavidson.org or call us at (336) 475-5444. 
Luminary and Ornament sales can be found at: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/events/
Nov 20th is Hospice Sabbath, please reach out to us if you would like to participate. 
Dec 6th: Night of Reflection in Thomasville (near the Bandstand) 
Dec 8th Night of Reflection in Lexington (on the steps of the old courthouse) 

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The guest on this week's episode is Laura Fleming, RN, BSN. Laura is the Facility Team Nurse Liaison at Hospice of Davidson County. She comes on to provide some insight into Hospice Services in Long-Term Care Facilities. She discusses some of the benefits of having hospice services for eligible patients and their families at end of life. To find out more about Hospice of Davidson County's services in Nursing Facilities please call (336) 475-5444 

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On this week's episode Cole and Chelsie talk with Beth Rummage who is the Executive Director of The Life Center of Davidson County. Beth gives some great information on the programming, purpose, and upcoming events for the organization. To find out more about the amazing work of this organization, or to get you or a loved one connected to services you can  visit: https://www.lifecenterdavidson.com/ or call (336) 249-2155. 

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This week Cole and Chelsie have a discussion with Julie McFadden BSN, RN.  She comes on the podcast to share her perspectives and experiences as a hospice nurse. Julie also shares about her journey on social media and how her passion for hospice sparked this new way to educate, connect, and engage. 
For more great information and content from Hospice Nurse Julie, you can find her at https://www.tiktok.com/@hospicenursejulie

To find out more information about Community Connections visit: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/resource-library/community-connections-podcast/