Show notes

Mourning Dove Medical Presents Dr. G at the Heart of Healthcare

Guest

Jessica Guthrie, M.Ed

- Lives in Fredericksburg Virginia

- One of 53 million caregivers for a decade

- Her mother, Constance Guthrie, is living with end stage Alzheimer’s disease and is receiving home hospice care.

Mission-Educate & Empower in three parts, helping listeners ‘SEE’ what’s needed to navigate the healthcare system.

1. Story (theme) Jessica is a leader in the Instagram family caregiver community https://www.instagram.com/careercaregivingcollide?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Jessica lived in Dallas, Texas before sacrificing her career to care for her mother over 10 years ago.

2. Educate -Teaching points

Tips for Physicians:

- Center the Caregiver

- Slow down & Be Curious

- They have a story, build trust with the family, have empathy

- Be proactive in communicating with the family about trajectory of disease during the late stages of life.

-Share information about the continuum of care Home Health (PT, OT, ST) Palliative Care, Hospice Care.

3. Empower -A valuable a resource https://www.jessicacguthrie.com You are doing the BEST you can! Keep showing up! Give Dignity and respect to your loved one! Experience Joy, Laugher, Love while navigating your priorities

Website info https://mourningdovemedical.com

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