On October 1, 2017 we published the first part of Helen's story about being a personal caregiver for a close friend.  Helen's friend had appointed Helen to be her Medical Power of Attorney without informing her of this fact.  Helen didn't realize she was the MPOA until her friend was in critical condition with sepsis in a hospital ICU.  

In Part 2 of Helen's story she describes the turmoil of trying to make medical decisions for someone who had never communicated her end of life wishes.  Helen's story is not unusual.  There are many people who find it difficult to discuss their end of life wishes with family or friends, or even medical professionals.  It always seems unnecessary until it's too late.  

April 16, 2018 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, and we encourage our listeners to take advantage of this day/week to discuss with their family and friends the wishes that they have for end of life care.  If you need help starting the conversation, visit our website at www.theheartofhospice.com for more resources, including the Five Wishes, Go Wish cards, and more.  

 

 

Helen's Hospice Story, Part 2