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- Season 2 Premier #NHDD2024Show notes- This was a LIVESTREAM event on social mediaINTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareHappy National Healthcare Decisions Day 2024! https://theconversationproject.org/nhdd/GUEST Interdisciplinary panel ready to discuss the nitty gritty specificity of advance care planning:Founder of NHDDNathan Kottkamp, MA, JDhttps://www.williamsmullen.com/people/nathan-a-kottkamp#bioHelen Bauer, BSN, RN, CHPNThe Heart of Hospice Podcast Host https://thewholecarenetwork.com/heart-of-hospice/Jerry Fenter, ChaplainHarbor Healthcare System https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrydfenter?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appSharon Harris, LVN, CHPLN, EOLDSerenity End of Life Doula https://www.serenityendoflifedoula.comLisa Pahl, LCSWThe Death Deck co-creatorhttps://thedeathdeck.comKate (O'Rourke) DeBartoloThe Conversation Projecthttps://theconversationproject.orgChristina Marquez POLST certified specialistShores Hospice https://shoreshospice.comKristine Swisher, MBA, CLTC Medicare and Long-Term Care Insurance SpecialistGiving Tree Insurance https://givingtreeinsurance.comPodcast Mission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) Dr. G watched a RomCom 2021 film “Queen Bees” on Netflix that has important themes for NHDD 2024 (widowhood, autonomy, senior living community, family dynamics, in absence of advance care planning) https://www.google.com/gasearch?q=queen%20bees&tbm=&source=sh/x/gs/m2/5#fpstate=vclbx2. Educate-Teaching pointsHistory & Future of NHDD 2008What’s important for individuals to know about NHDD?“Conversations are about how you want to live your life until the end” KateAdvance Directive Importance https://www.capphysicians.com/articles/importance-advance-directive-cannot-be-overlookedDecision Making Capacity https://www.mypcnow.org/fast-fact/decision-making-capacity/Surrogate stresshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37704184/ After Death Guide https://www.sevenponds.com/after_death_planning_guide/s/Overview/1Faith Resourceshttps://theconversationproject.org/faith3. Empower -Valuable resources to help create an ADVANCE DIRECTIVE on your own terms, when you are NOT in a health crisis.NHPCO Caring InfoAdvance Directive in your state:https://www.caringinfo.org/planning/advance-directives/Death Deck The EOL Deckhttps://thedeathdeck.com/pages/eol-deckThe Conversation Project https://theconversationproject.org/nhdd/“What Matters to Me” A Workbook for People with Serious IllnessWebsite https://mourningdovemedical.comVIDEO podcast 🔗 https://youtu.be/Bp0h1sDqPYs?si=9BLVQkeYYC6eX4D4 #hapc #PeaceOfMind #EducateAndEmpower #TheRealDealAboutHospice #NHDD2024 #NHDD44 min
- Get READY for Season 2 of Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare!Dr. G will kick off season 2 on National Healthcare Decisions Day #NHDD2024 with a LIVESTREAM event you don’t want to miss! The Founder of NHDD, Nathan Kottkamp will be present, along with the folks from The Heart of Hospice podcast, The Death Deck, Harbor Healthcare System, The Conversation Project, Serenity End of Life Doula, Shores Hospice, and Giving Tree Insurance will discuss the importance of Advance Care Planning ACP and selecting the right surrogate decision maker. Throughout the season we will have leaders from all over healthcare to educate & empower! 💜Visit YouTube to SUBSCRIBE https://youtube.com/@MourningDoveMed?si=CnVjMjpQfqgrZS5I. Bullhorn https://www.bullhorn.fm/dr-g-at-the-heart-of-healtFOLLOW on your favorite podcast app:APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-g-at-the-heart-of-healthcare/id1680843209SPOTIFY https://podcasters.spotify.comAMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a0dee0a9-a588-4623-b500-a23340070fb4/dr-g-at-the-heart-of-healthcare?ref=dm_sh_cc6IJpWvo8UeM2MADS8ixSZ1niHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-dr-g-at-the-heart-of-healt-112277822?cmp=ios_share&sc=ios_social_share&pr=false&autoplay=trueENJOY daily engagement on Mourning Dove Medical social media platforms.TikTokXThreadsFacebookLinkedInInstagramPeace💜 Website info https://mourningdovemedical.com#hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice2 min
- EPISODE 42- #hapc24 HighlightsShow notes-INTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare HAPPY 1 Year Anniversary 🎉#hapc24 was 03/20/2024-03/23/2024 and is The Annual Assembly of Hospice & Palliative Care with two professional organizations: AAHPM & HPNA https://aahpm.org/assembly/assemblyGuestErin Collins, MNE, RN, CHPN- Founder of nonprofit The Peaceful Presence Project (15 EOLDs, EOL plan, “endnotes” is a guidebook that helps create an end-of-life plan )- Nurse for 17 years, started in oncology then EOL- Yogi since 1995- Recents birthday 02/13 bdayMission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) Annual Assembly at convention center in Phoenix, Arizona2. Educate -Teaching points from our daily takeaways:- Wednesday was the Opening Reception, dinner with our people/tribe- Thursday: Presidential Citation Award to HMDCB https://hmdcb.org Opening Keynote “Compassionate Storytelling” Rakia Reynolds https://skaibluemedia.com/ Interprofessional Spiritual Care Education- Friday: Transdisciplinary Teamwork by Mary Lynn McPherson Pharm.D., PhD, BCPS, on receiving the 2024 HPNA Champion Award ; Decision-Making affected by different spiritual beliefs within families; EOL education needed in nursing education End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) https://www.aacnnursing.org/elnec- Saturday Congrats to newly minted fellows 🎉; Weight of Surrogate Decision Making; Palliative Care in Sickle Cell Disease to alleviate suffering3. Empower -A valuable a resource https://thepeacefulpresenceproject.org We provide non-medical, thoughtful support to individuals and families facing serious and terminal illness. Guidebook End Notes (evidence based); EOLD serve families at other end of lifecycle ; best advice to non-medical EOLD/Death DoulasWebsite info https://mourningdovemedical.comVideo podcast 🔗 https://youtu.be/dyhDV1NE98o?si=EsWA0-muri3IjYaS #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #hapc2433 min
- EPISODE 41- Doctors Day 2024Happy National Doctors Day! 🪽🩺This year’s theme, “Wings & Stethoscopes: Healers of Hope,” reflects the idea that doctors selflessly and tirelessly work to lift up America’s families through two powerful symbols.https://nationaldoctorsday.org/celebrate/INTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareGuest: Matthew Tyler, MD, FAAHPM-Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri-Medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine-Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Hospice & Palliative Medicine Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago-Gamer who loves Nintendo Switch-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/howtotrainyourdoctor?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Mission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) Dr. G recently rewatched “Breaking Bad” https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0903747/ where the doctor character (with the mustard on his white coat) diagnoses the main character with inoperable lung cancer. The news is shocking, to say the least.2. Educate -Teaching point “So many patients/caregivers tell me they never know what to ask their doctors - I want to change that. My goal is to empower patients/caregivers with questions, communication tips, and medical insight to be savvier navigators of the healthcare system.” https://x.com/pallidad/status/1611019774871437320?s=46&t=3gA5xIkblMI3-C6jInh53wNavigating Treatment options requires:-Healthcare literacy-Emotional stability-Community of support🚫Issue: Gatekeeping that misunderstands PALLIATIVE CARE is needed alongside treatment. (Consult early❗️)SPIKES: a framework for breaking bad news to patients with cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20682509/- Setting scene- Perception of understanding- Invitation to share news- Knowledge- Express empathy- Summary“Train” your doctor by defining what’s important to YOU. Define treatment success by using Dr. Tyler’s tips. Do not wait for the doctor to identify your GOALS of CARE (GOC) and quality of life when dealing with an incurable illnesses.3. Empower -A valuable a resource https://howtotrainyourdoctor.com/Website info https://mourningdovemedical.comVideo podcast 🔗 https://youtu.be/pDgWOcHMpXA?si=rLZFPfvn9uGmDmFT #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #DoctorsDay #Wings #Stethoscopes #HealersOfHope23 min
- EPISODE 40- National Hospitalist Day with Dr. EvaShow notes-INTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareMarch is Women’s History Month!Theme: “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion”https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/02/29/a-proclamation-on-womens-history-month-2024/Guest: Dr. Eva Beaulieu-Hospitalist in Atlanta Georgia-Ross University School of Medicine-Internal Medicine Residency at Medical Center of Central Georgia-2x Author (Amazon links below)-Wife of physician and Mom of 3-World traveler-Haitian descentMission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) PTO video explained schedule 7on7off schedule of a hospitalist that allows Dr. Eva the freedom to plan travels with husband, family time, exercise, etc. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4GUbjpgtjo/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Dr. Eva enjoys life by balancing work, fabulousness, and family. She is an uplifting inspiration to Women!2. Educate -Teaching point-American College of Physicians: Hospital medicine is a type of practice within internal medicine in which the clinical focus is caring for hospitalized patients. Internal medicine physicians practicing hospital medicine are frequently called “hospitalists.” http://ow.ly/FL9z50I1pC53. Empower -A valuable resource https://drevabtoday.com/ Links to Dr. Eva’s two books “Paging Doctor You: A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Doctor” https://a.co/d/j4coFe6 “Tell Me Where Does It Hurt” https://a.co/d/37DZsjEWebsite info https://mourningdovemedical.comVIDEO podcast https://youtu.be/mKg1ekUCsz4?si=8LCLUT0F064CakSs #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #NationalHospitalistDay #Hospitalists #HospitalMedicine #IMproud #InternalMedicine #WomensHistoryMonth #Wife #Mother22 min
- EPISODE 39- February is American #HeartMonthMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareGuests:Co-author Sharon Harris, LVN, CHPLN, EOLD 💕 https://www.serenityendoflifedoula.com- Member of NHPCO End-of-Life Doula Council https://www.nhpco.org/about-nhpco/committees-and-councils/end-of-life-doula-council/end-of-life-doula-council-roster/Cardiologist Colleen Fearon, MD 🫀 https://www.newmanrh.org/colleenfearon/- Studied Biological Sciences at Georgia State University- Doctorate received from Morehouse School of Medicine an HBCU- Board Certified in Internal Medicine- Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship completed at Loma Linda University Medical Center https://llu.eduINTROFebruary is American Heart Monthhttps://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/american-heart-month The campaign focuses on prevention of heart disease with #HealthyHabits (lowering cholesterol, controlling blood pressure, managing diabetes, increasing exercise, reducing stress, obesity, quit smoking, etc.), raising awareness about gender effects #GoRedForWomen #WearRedDay and Hands-Only CPR training #NationOfLifesavers HOWEVER there is no information about the END STAGE of Heart Disease (irreversible damage to the heart). 💜People also need education and empowerment about the trajectory of chronic heart disease, from diagnosis to the end-of-life (terminal illness).1. Story (theme) Palliative care patient suffering from a Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) exacerbation did not want to be hospitalized again. She was at a decision making crossroads (hospital or home hospice). This person told Dr. G “I trust my cardiologist” and wanted to get advice from the specialist. IMPORTANT to Get palliative Care for additional support with this serious illness and Advance Care Planning https://x.com/getpalliative/status/1759669479926051136?s=46&t=3gA5xIkblMI3-C6jInh53w2. Educate-Teaching pointsStages of Heart Failure https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-failure/what-is-heart-failure/classes-of-heart-failure- End stages: Stage D Advance Heart Disease, NYHA Class 3 & 4 (symptoms: leg swelling, shortness of breath, chest pain, etc.)The short story of “Mr. Paul” ~ approx 70-80 years old- Married 50 years- on routine home hospice care for only 4 weeks- suffered 5 hospitalizations last 9 months of life for CHF exacerbations- He did not know about hospice care (challenge)2024_US_Prevalence_CoronaryHeartDisease.jpg 3,333×3,333 pixels3. Empower -A Valuable resource written by Dr. G and Nurse Sharon to help people recognize when it’s time for hospice care to improve the quality of life for terminally people:The Real Deal About Hospice: Short Stories Highlighting the Advantages of Hospice Care for Patients and Families by Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC and Sharon Harris, LVN, CHPLN, EOLD https://a.co/d/aIm9QtL* Identity of patients and details surrounding care is fictionalized to conceal protected health information.Website info https://mourningdovemedical.comVIDEO podcast https://youtu.be/bY0QAGa1jHs?si=VZGCrddXHX_0f3Bt #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #HeartMonth #OurHearts #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2024 #February #CardioTwitter #AdvanceCarePlanning #WearRedDay #NationOfLifesavers #HealthyHabits33 min
- EPISODE 38- Black History Month 2024 with Heart’n Soul HospiceShow notes-Happy February and Black History Month!💜🇺🇸Mourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareGuests:David Turner, CEO of Heart’n Soul Hospice (Inaugural location opened in Nashville, Tennessee 2021)Nathan Yemane, MSW, LICSW Founder & Executive Director of Heart’n Soul Hospice in King County, WashingtonMission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) February is Black History Month in the United States of America. HOSPICE IS UNDERUSED IN THE US? “only 27% of Americans knew what hospice care was and what it entailed.” https://www.partnerplusmedia.com/latest-news/why-is-hospice-underused-in-the-usHistory is being made TODAY by the founders of Heart’n Soul Hospice. Dave’ s quote from an NHPCO 2023 feature mentioned increasing access and utilization of hospice in the Black Community https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nhpco_todays-black-history-month-leadership-feature-activity-7034224431094747136-1V8r?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios2. Educate-Teaching points (Familiarity is Education)Heart’n Soul Hospice fulfills its mission to improve access to all by “in-reaching” the underserved community of Certificate of Need (fewer options, limited access) states. Helps ensure ALL folks, regardless of socioeconomic status and racial background, have full access to information about quality end-of-life care. Heart’n Soul Hospice has a special focus on the underserved and underrepresented African-American community.SevenPonds article: Dr. G discussed Bridging Gaps in end-of-life care with education, after adequately appreciating diversity within the Black Community of the United States of America https://blog.sevenponds.com/professional-advice/racial-disparities-in-end-of-life-care-bridging-the-gap-through-education3. Empower -A valuable a resource Heart’n Soul Hospice currently serving in Nashville, Tennessee and Seattle, Washington https://www.heartnsoulhospice.com/Website info https://mourningdovemedical.comVideo podcast https://youtu.be/3pKe1fK07Ac?si=CRr5VsjxhZ0Z9DTW #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #DetroitLions #SuperBowl #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2024 #February #Aquarius32 min
- EPISODE 37- MAiD: What is Medical Aid in Dying?
Show notes-
Mourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare
Guest:
Donald Moore, MD
Founder and Medical Director of Autonomy Health
- MAiD specialist
- Board certified in Family Medicine
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship trained
- Classically trained upright bass player
- Educated in Neuroscience, Music Performance and Philosophy
- EMT in New York before moving to San Francisco to participate in AmeriCorps
Mission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.
1. Story (theme) A person on hospice care was suffering from uncontrolled symptoms over a holiday weekend, sought MAiD resources from Dr. G. Goals of Care (GOC) conversation issue (hospice plan of care), communication failure on the part of the hospice agency because their patient did not know about 24/7 availability. Ep 36 https://youtu.be/k7xIezN47sM?si=wGEqmLTzEwDlCBYh discussed Medicare Hospice Care Compare Family caregiver survey rating questions: GETTING TIMELY HELP and HELP FOR PAIN AND SYMPTOMS
2. Educate-Teaching point
Dr. Moore educates local hospice agencies about MAiD, called EOLOA in California SB 380 https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHSI/Pages/End-of-Life-Option-Act-.aspx?TSPD_101_R0=087ed344cfab200091f98ac317c6402d168edea39115a58fe438c14251ec2d4bc72f0269396480150808d36e1c143000e87d39b3b207ad9990b00cdd8687b1947c9a32c1e53fee28dedbce1c9f00693c8c51538ae67a34cfd4e77073b0a3f484
MAiD has specific criteria (not legal in all USA)
- NOT for everyone, not required to ingest if obtained.
- Available in 10 states and D.C.
- State residency requirement except Vermont & Oregon
- A terminally ill adult with 6 month prognosis AND Decision making capacity to exercise autonomy
- Able to self-ingest medication, NOT euthanasia like animals
- Experiencing immeasurable suffering
- Not depressed or suicidal
Consider limitations and interventions that could improve terminally ill patient’s quality of life.
- Cognitive impairment precludes i.e. dementia
- Neuro degenerative disease (i.e. ALS)
- Family support
If not eligible for MAiD, may be able to participate in VSED-Voluntarily Stopping Eating and Drinking https://www.compassionandchoices.org/our-issues/vsed
MAiD Steps (California)
- Written Request
- 2 visits from attending physician, 2 days apart
- 1 visit from consulting physician
- Obtain medications (minimum 4 days)
- Self-Ingest 1 minute
- Death approx 5-10 hours
Medical Aid in Dying: A guide for patients and their supporters. – American Clinicians Academy on Medical Aid in Dying
https://www.acamaid.org/patientbooklet/
Compassion & Choices
Our Issues Medical Aid in Dying
https://www.compassionandchoices.org/our-issues/medical-aid-in-dying
Death With Dignity | End-Of-Life Advocacy and Policy Reform
https://deathwithdignity.org
NHPCO https://www.nhpco.org/accordions/submission-outline-3-copy-3-copy-copy-2-2-copy-copy/#header-1592533384935 MAiD Bereavement resources https://www.nhpco.org/wp-content/uploads/MAID-Bereavement-resources.pdf
3. Empower -A valuable a resource for people facing the end-of-life is Dr. Donnie Moore, MD, MAiD specialist committed to providing compassionate care with a dedication to the well-being of his patients and their families https://www.autonomyhealth.org
Website info https://mourningdovemedical.com
Video podcast 🔗 https://youtu.be/jR-8sERzAh8?si=s7pxHOQBC2BEWqJY #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice #MAiD #DeathWithDignity #Eumoria #EndWell #Ethics #EOLOA
52 min - EPISODE 36- How to Find the Best Hospice AgencyShow notes-INTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareGuest-Retired Hospice Nurse Gerard Soucy-Previous guest of podcast Ep 19 discussed caregiving of wife who had Alzheimer’s disease. She was also a nurse educator https://youtu.be/s5Q-P9Vze5s?si=TxUj-Z3RckqrP5hj-Approaching Deathversary 01/14/2016 compounded with challenges many people have over the holidays. We discussed the impact of grief during Holiday Season bonus Ep 35.Mission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme) Person from a hospice Facebook group said “my team was awful” Advised to report issues on CHAPS Survey. Hopefully this episode is preventative. NYT Quote about importance of choosing a quality hospice agency https://archive.nytimes.com/newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/06/17/how-to-choose-a-hospice/#more-16969 🚩red flags AL/MC says “we use this hospice” this gives up your power as a consumer; chaos and lack of continuity of care, (follow gut felling) staff in distress during visit; visits delayed; not enough staff, case managers doing admissions, after hours coverage issues; changing ownership2. Educate -Teaching point“5️⃣Five Simple Steps to Find and Choose the Best Hospice” (🤓Demo on YouTube https://youtu.be/K9XNnARH5-A?si=AiuDEWW8OExybxkm)-Step 1 💻 Use Hospice Care Compare Medicare website, enter zip code (create short list considering not for profit)-Step 2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️Pick minimum 3 Star ratings and evaluate other Characteristics (size, location of care, medical conditions, length of time in business)- Step 3 📲Check out hospice agency’s website (staff listed?) and other social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter X), yelp, indeed- Step 4 ☎️Call hospice and/or set up visit to verify information gathered in the previous steps (Sign consents only if aligned with your goals and preferences) ask about staff availability, IDT members, RNCM case loads- Step 5 ✅📋Choose One, have a plan B (transfer)3. Empower -Valuable resources: Medicare website Find Healthcare Providers: Compare Care Near You | Medicare https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/?guidedSearch=Hospice&providerType=Hospice can print search results. Handout available for download on our website. 🆕 The Real Deal About Hospice: Short Stories Highlighting the Advantages of Hospice Care for Patients and Families https://www.amazon.com/Real-Deal-About-Hospice-Highlighting/dp/B0CMP3JSJW?nodl=1&dplnkId=bbcec693-6f5f-4f23-bfb8-3fe29a89ac57Website info https://mourningdovemedical.comVideo podcast https://youtu.be/k7xIezN47sM?si=oV-8tne0t0qKVo9w #hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice34 min
- EPISODE 35- The Holiday SeasonShow notes-INTROMourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of HealthcareGuests-Lauren Templeton, DO, HMDC, FAAHPMKarla Thornton, Caregiver influencer https://www.instagram.com/damnu_dementia?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==Holiday Movie Picks-Dr. Templeton: Fried Green Tomatoes https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0101921/Dr. G: Best Man Holiday https://m.imdb.com/title/tt2083355/Healthcare Holidays in December12/01 World AIDS DayMission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.1. Story (theme-Regret) PRIME Original movie “Maxine’s Baby” a documentary about entertainment mogul Tyler Perry who shared one regret from being with his mother’s bedside while she was dying “Okay baby, okay” https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28796100/2. Educate -Teaching pointsNurse Barbara Karnes, author of “Gone from my sight”, (Episode 30 guest) provides guidance while waiting at bedside of a dying person “What are some things we can do in the days to hours before our special person dies?” https://www.linkedin.com/posts/barbarakarnesrn_hospice-endoflife-endoflifecare-activity-7139711467850788865-RTxs?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_iosKarla Thornton-BE MINDFUL, Caregivers want a normal day and to survive the holiday season 12/06/2023 Instagram page “Damn U Dementia” which documents life taking care of mother with Alzheimer’s disease https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0g8RCxujPy/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Purchase T-Shirt 🔗 https://www.instagram.com/p/C1DeVegAjKH/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Song “If We Make It Through December” by Holly Cole https://open.spotify.com/track/2hZ9HmWOmA20tDlHC2vrMz?si=7YFsMy_xRtCPzj03dIOqkwDo NOT do this to caregivers!!! Avoid little comments that add layers of difficultly: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0rVI9HP-HP/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Consider Legacy projects during holidays…https://www.instagram.com/p/Cz5vw72s9cI/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This is your legacy life videoshttps://instagram.com/thisisyourlifelegacyvideos?igshid=MzMyNGUyNmU2YQ==Advance Care Planning tools: Talk about dying to avoid regrets “Inviting the Elephant in room” Death Deck’s EOL Deck can help the necessary conversations flow https://thedeathdeck.com/pages/eol-deckThe Conversation Project https://theconversationproject.org/ Consider “estate planning of the heart” during the holidays. Take a pause to listen to parents share EOL wishes to gain insights to what people want from hard conversations (NHDD 2023 Episode 2)The Hospice Doctor’s Widow ”Griever's Guide to Major Days“ https://mailchi.mp/260e91dc9bf0/grievers-guide-to-major-daysNHPCO #GriefDuringTheHolidays series on all social media platforms. A blog post Ten Years Later, Am I Still Grieving Appropriately? Elyssa Katz https://nhpco.blogspot.com/2023/12/ten-years-later-am-i-still-grieving.html?m=1Help Texts “7 Things your grieving friend wants you to know during the holidays” #12DaysOfGriefmas series https://www.instagram.com/p/C0hIQD4MbM0/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==3. Empower- A valuable a resource NEW BOOK The Real Deal About Hospice: Short Stories Highlighting the Advantages of Hospice Care for Patients and Families https://a.co/d/5yVZkcd January 2024 bonus episode educate & empower listeners about 5 steps to find and select the best hospice agency.Website info https://mourningdovemedical.comVideo podcast https://youtu.be/LWBP2ijGXMw?si=u0lT8HFPKkKisPeh#hapc #EducateAndEmpower #PeaceOfMind #TheRealDealAboutHospice#GriefDuringTheHolidays #TheDeathDeck #AdvanceCarePlanning #Caregiving56 min
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Mourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare. This podcast will Provide Peace of Mind to the listeners by educating about various issues faced while navigating the Healthcare…
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