I Couldn't Do Your Job, A Harbor Hospice Podcast.

I Couldn't Do Your Job, A Harbor Hospice Podcast.

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  • Episode Forty-Four: When is Hospice Care Not the Right Fit?
    Hello and we are glad you are here for this episode of I Couldn't Do Your Job!

    There are countless reasons that make Hospice Care a great choice for patients and their families. Yet, what does it look like when Hospice Care is not the best choice? Cheri and Amy talk about multiple reasons why and share first hand experiences that work towards answering this question.

    We here at I Couldn't Do Your Job and Harbor Hospice hope that this episode provides reassurance and acts as a comforting reminder that at the end of the day patients and families are in control of their end of life journey. The terms surrounding them are theirs. Our expertise is here to help compassionately navigate this overwhelming life chapter in whichever way best serves the patient.

    If you are feeling inclined to subscribe, give a rating, or a comment please do so. For more information on Harbor Hospice or Harbor Palliative Care services, please visit https://www.harborhospicemi.org

    As Cheri always says, "Don't forget to enjoy the day for what it has to offer!"
    16 min
  • Episode Forty-Three: The Healing Power of Humor
    It is said that laughter is the best medicine and in this episode we all get a healthy dose! Cheri and Amy share feel good, uplifting, and funny stories as they reflect on the title of this podcast, "I Couldn't Do Your Job". We hope that this episode brings you as many smiles as it did for us while we shared these stories.

    Please feel free to share, rate, and reach out directly if you feel inclined to do so. We are grateful for you. As Cheri says, "Remember to enjoy the day for what it has to offer!" See you next time.

    For more information please visit https://www.harborhospicemi.org

    Voice-Over Provided by Bernard Steward, host of This is the Situation. https://www.thisisthesituation.com

    Produced by Black Circle Studios.
    26 min
  • Episode Forty-Two: Community Unity with This is the Situation
    Hello and Welcome back to I Couldn't Do Your Job!

    In this episode we have the privilege of hearing from Big Brother B of this is the Situation have a moving conversation with Harbor Hospice grief and trauma counsler Beth Bolthouse and Pastor Rodney Savage of Great Lakes Kingdom Ministry. Beth Bolthouse and Pastor Rodney Savage both recently published authors as well! The link to their books are below.

    Empathy, mental capacity, and recognition of personal strengths and weaknesses surrounding grief and trauma is at the core of this dialogue. Also discussed is the free grief and trauma counseling services that Harbor Hospice provides to the local community.

    Thank you, Big Brother B for your consistent and inspiring message of United We Win.

    If you feel inclined to do so, please share, subscribe, and comment. Thank you for listening.

    For more information on This is the Situation please visit: https://www.thisisthesituation.com

    For more information on "The Power of Momentum" by Pastor Rodney Savage please visit:
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1981916490/ref=dbs_a_w_dp_1981916490

    For more information on "From Loss...to Life - Transform Your Life after Traumatic Loss" by Beth Bolthouse please visit:

    https://www.amazon.com/Loss-Life-transform-after-traumatic/dp/173468593X


    For more information on Harbor Hospice's free grief and trauma counseling services please visit: https://www.harborhospicemi.org
    59 min
  • Episode Forty-One: Communicating Goals at End of Life
    The title says it all in this episode of "I Couldn't Do Your Job". Cheri and Amy provide a very understandable conversation that welcomes all of us into the goal setting stage associated with end of life.

    Please feel free to share, rate, and reach out directly if you feel inclined to do so. We are grateful for you. As Cheri says, "Remember to enjoy the day for what it has to offer!" See you next time.

    For more information please visit https://www.harborhospicemi.org

    Voice-Over Provided by Bernard Steward, host of This is the Situation. https://www.thisisthesituation.com

    Produced by Black Circle Studios.
    19 min
  • Episode Forty: What Do 24 Hours in Harbor Hospice Care Look Like?
    Hello and welcome back to I Couldn't Do Your Job.

    In this episode, Cheri and Amy talk about the very real situation of families being in Harbor Hospice care for 24 hours or less. It was also a great conversation that highlighted yet again the importance of advanced care planning. Thank you so much for listening.

    Please remember to subscribe, comment, and share this episode if you are comfortable doing so.

    For more information please visit https://www.HarborHospiceMI.org
    22 min
  • Episode Thirty-Nine: The Care Our Social Workers Provide
    In this episode of I Couldn't Do Your Job Cheri asks Amy to really dive into the role that she provides to patients as a social worker for Harbor Hospice. Amy addresses managing the reality of time, emotional expectations, and resources available to patients, their caregiver, and their family.

    The biggest takeaway from this conversation? No matter the amount of time a loved on is in Harbor Hospice care their personal needs will be tended to with the utmost compassion and trust.

    As Cheri says, "Remember to enjoy the day for what it has to offer."

    Please remember to subscribe, share and comment if you are comfortable doing so!

    For more information please visit https://www.harborhospicemi.org
    18 min
  • Episode Thirty-Eight: How Are You Doing Today? - A Powerful Question
    Welcome back to I Couldn't Do Your Job!

    In this episode the seemingly simple greeting of, "How are you today?" gets discussed in a very thoughtful way. Cheri and Amy break down that question and highlight the importance of really meaning it when asking it. Especially when centered around end of life. This is an eye opening episode for any listener whether or not you are currently dealing with an end of life circumstance. Powerful insight from two very experienced and genuine women. This is a wonderful conversation.

    Please remember to subscribe, comment, and share if you feel called to do so.

    For more information please visit https://www.harborhospicemi.org for more information
    22 min
  • Episode Thirty-Seven: A Career Path to Harbor Hospice
    Hello and welcome to this episode of I Couldn't Do Your Job!

    What a wonderful episode this is for anyone currently thinking about a career as a social worker, an RN, or simply a role working with Harbor Hospice. Cheri and Amy share their personal pathways that lead them to where they are now as members of the Harbor Hospice Team. If you would like to learn more about careers with Harbor Hospice please visit www.harborhospicemi.org

    Please remember to subscribe and comment!

    As always, enjoy the day for what it has to offer!
    23 min
  • Episode Thirty-Six: Harbor Hospice Adapts During COVID-19
    Welcome back to I Couldn't Do Your Job. In this episode Cheri addresses multiple ways that Harbor Hospice has navigated and adapted to COVID-19 in order to ensure the safety of our staff and patients all while continuing our dedication the highest level of care possible. This episode is emotional and to the point. Please share this with any loved ones you have that may find peace from the information provided here.

    As Cheri says, "Don't forget to enjoy the day for what it has to offer."

    Please remember to subscribe! Visit www.harborhospicemi.org for more information.
    15 min
  • Episode Thirty-Five: Taking a Break and Providing Respite
    Welcome to I Couldn't Do Your Job! This episode Amy and Cheri speak on an extremely important topic for all of us. That is taking a break. Providing ourselves with the energy we need to take care of others. Also discussed is the importance of supporting the care givers in our lives. There are tips in this episode to help us all do just that!

    Please remember to subscribe and as Cheri says, "Enjoy the day for what it has to offer!"
    20 min

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