As a caregiver for his wife, David Walsh found purpose and meaning. As a business owner he’s carrying that purpose forward supporting seniors to live safely in their own homes. David’s wife Beatrice faced the end of her life with courage, and asked David to do the same as her caregiver. They had been partners for 30 years when Beatrice was told she had only four weeks to live during the Covid pandemic. While he acknowledged how difficult the caregiving was , David viewed his caregiving experience as an honor.  

Recalling this grievous experience, David remembers what a joy it was to spend the last year of Beatrice’s life in her own home. It was one of Beatrice’s end of life wishes, and they were able to honor that. David understands how much support people need as they age. He also knows how valuable it is for older adults to age in their own space. His work reflects what he learned during his wife’s illness. Halo Care provides a safety net for older adults living alone. They believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently at home but when that time is getting more difficult, HaloCare provides additional help. Supported by innovative technology and passionate, caring people, HaloCare utilizes remote monitoring to empower people to live quality, independent lives in their own homes. Always respectful of dignity and privacy, there are no video cameras used in Halo Care’s systems and the technology is backed up by compassionate, real humans. 

Connect with Halo Care at halocaregroup.com Learn about the support Halo Care offers to senior adults, those living with disabilities, and people who have just been discharged from the hospital here. Check out HaloCare on social media: Facebook LinkedIn X (Twitter) Instagram

Connect with Lasting Remembrance to purchase a memorial blanket at lastingremembrance.com. A personalized blanket is a great way to ease grief, bringing warmth, peace and connection after a loss.  Using the code heartofhospice gives you a 10% discount on your blanket purchase.

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care. A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com. Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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We're getting back to the basics of hospice care, taking a deep dive into hospice General Inpatient Care. Patients (and providers!) need to know the what/when/where of the GIP level of care inside hospice care. Here are some highlights of this episode:

• General Inpatient Care is used for crisis symptom management that can't be done in the patient's home. • GIP is provided in a Medicare-certified facility (so there's 24/7 nursing care). • Medicare does not consider actively dying a crisis. • Every Medicare-certified hospice agency is required to furnish GIP care when it's needed. • Hospice team members (nurse, social worker, chaplain) continue to see the patient while they’re in GIP care.

Get more information about hospice and connect with hospice nurse Shelley Henry at The Amity Group. Website: www.amitystaffing.com Watch Shelley’s Tips for Hospice Nurses videos here or on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok.

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care. If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care. A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com. Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

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What happens when the hospice nurse who has long stood at the bedside of the dying becomes the patient herself? A Butterfly Has Been Released is a death-positive documentary film that follows Allyson from her terminal brain tumor diagnosis to her final breath—revealing courage, love, and the raw realities of letting go.  Filmmakers Jason Zamer and Barry Koch capture Allyson’s journey in an intimate way that bears witness to the reflections of Allyson, her family, and friends during her last 39 days.  They only spent 12 days filming with Allyson, but the experience impacted them deeply.  When you watch the film, you’ll feel the same.   Connect with Jason and Barry at TG Beyond: Website - tgbeyond.com Documentary rental, community screenings, and CE class available through a Partnership with Hospice Foundation of America on their website. From Caregiver to Patient: Hospice Nurse Allyson's Final 39 Days. ( https://hospicefoundation.org/product-category/from-caregiver-to-patient-hospice-nurse-allysons-final-39-days/) Instagram - @tgbeyond

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care. A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Email: [email protected] More podcast episodes: The Heart of Hospice Podcast

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Hospice chaplain and end of life doula Daniel DeLoma is devoted to the sacred task of helping others die well, with dignity, presence, and the steady rhythm of the heart as their guide. His work has purpose. From the very start of Daniel’s work in end of life care, he knew the importance of working with the dying. Daniel’s chaplain work made him realize that presence and prayer were not enough to meet the spiritual needs of his patients and caregivers. The development of meditative heartbeat therapy grew organically through his practice. The therapy connects people with their own heartbeat and is easily utilized by anyone. Using simple techniques, heartbeat therapy has a calming effect, reducing anxiety and pain perception. The therapy can be implemented to help patients fall asleep. Using a special stethoscope (like a Littman or Eko stethoscope) enables recording the heartbeat for playback for both the patient and the family. Hearing a loved one’s heartbeat can be a source of comfort after a death.    

Connect with Chaplain Daniel DeLoma and Meditative Heartbeat Therapy: Website:https://www.heartbeattherapy.com/ Purchase a copy of Daniel’s book Meditative Heartbeat Therapy: A Contemplative Guide to Presence, Rhythm, and Care at End-of-Life here

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care. A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com. Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Email: [email protected] More podcast episodes: The Heart of Hospice Podcast

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Encore episode - Carrie Aalberts (AKA the Dementia Darling) supports dementia caregivers with her heart and soul, and a whole lot of strength.  As the founder of Dementia Darling, Carrie has established herself as a leading voice in dementia education and support.  She’s cultivated an online community of more than 63,000 followers, creating a nurturing space for caregivers to find education, resources, and support. Carrie's mission is to empower caregivers by fighting isolation, challenge prevailing narratives about dementia and aging, and foster moments of joy.  She continues to push boundaries as an educator and advocate in dementia care, creating a movement that celebrates life and builds a supportive community. Connect with Carrie Aalberts on social media - @dementiadarling, or through her podcast "Gather Darlings" to join her mission of spreading knowledge and understanding the dementia and caregiving community. Website:  dementiadarling.com Social media:  Instagram   LinkedIn   Facebook   TikTok    YouTube Listen to the Gather Darlings Podcast here

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible.  And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help.  Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for $49 or an in-depth 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95.  If you're gathering information about starting end of life care, or troubleshooting the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions. A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website:  theheartofhospice.com Social media:  Facebook     Twitter    Instagram   LinkedIn Email:  [email protected] More podcast episodes:  The Heart of Hospice Podcast Podcast host Helen Bauer is a great addition to your event or conference! For speaking inquiries, send an email to [email protected].

Trigger Warning:  The content of this episode includes narratives about suicide.  If you need to, catch up with us on another episode and take time to care for yourself.

Dr. Delia Chiaramonte shares the story of her father’s suicide in this deeply emotional and personal episode.  She wanted the best end of life experience for her father.  Because his renal failure was at the end stage, he had a terminal prognosis.  As a palliative care physician, Dr. Chiaramonte made sure she and her dad had the important conversations about end of life.  She describes the complicated and disenfranchised grief she’s feeling.  Delia’s experience is one that many grievers can relate to.  There’s so much to learn from her story. 

Connect with Integrative Palliative Physician Dr. Delia Chiaramonte: The Integrative Palliative Institute More information about Dr. Chiaramonte’s Courageous Caregiver program is available at www.CaregivingIsHard.com. Listen to the Integrative Palliative Podcast here. Buy your copy of Dr. Chiaramonte’s book Coping Courageously: A Heart-Centered Guide for Navigating a Loved One’s Illness Without Losing Yourself

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If you have experienced a loss by suicide, we hope you find support. Here are some resources that might help. Alliance of Hospice Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible.  And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help.  Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book a 30-Minute Session for $49 or an in-depth 60-Minute Session for $95.  If you're gathering information about starting end of life care, or troubleshooting the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions. A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer

Website:  theheartofhospice.com Social media:  Facebook     Twitter    Instagram   LinkedIn Email:  [email protected] More podcast episodes:  The Heart of Hospice Podcast

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We're honored to feature this intimate and warm conversation with Ken Ross, founder of the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Foundation and son of Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Ken describes the life and work of his mom, as well as her unconventional approach to the dying. Towards the end of Dr. Kubler-Ross's life, Ken was her caregiver. He describes how her open-hearted nature drove her to become one of the most widely known experts in the field of death and dying. Ken is carrying that work forward at the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Foundation, providing education all over the globe. Her legacy continues on in grief support groups, workshops, and conferences that teach about death, dying, and the human experience.

Connect with the work of Ken Ross: Ken Ross Photography: kenrossphotography.com Elisabeth Kubler-Ross Foundation website: ekrfoundation.org EKR Foundation Education opportunities: ekrfoundation.org/education Social media for the EKR Foundation: Facebook YouTube Instagram LinkedIn Books: Real Taste of Life: A Journal by Ken Ross and Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, 2002 Tea with Elisabeth by Ken Ross, Fern Stewart Welch, and Rose Winters, 2009

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care. If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book an in-depth 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95. If you're gathering information about starting end of life care, or troubleshooting the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions. A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Social media: Facebook  Twitter  Instagram LinkedIn Email: [email protected]

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Pediatric palliative care physician Dr. Jared Rubenstein opens up about what it really means to show up for families when there’s no easy fix. Jared and his team support seriously ill kids and their families, bringing compassion and utilizing Dignity Therapy techniques modified especially for kids. The unique medical and emotional needs of those sick kids shape everything the palliative care team does. Dr. Rubenstein unpacks the realities of caring for children and their families in the midst of a flawed healthcare system, and acknowledges the vast rewards of being part of their care.

If you care for a seriously ill child and want to connect with Dr. Jared Rubenstein’s work: Website: JaredRubensteinMD.com Socials:  IG   Threads   Bluesky   Youtube

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible.  And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help.  Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book a FREE 30-Minute Hospice Navigation Session, or a more in-depth 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95.  If you need to troubleshoot the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions.  A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer

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Anyone with a serious illness needs a strong advocate who has their back and makes sure their needs are met. Erin Galyean did that for her sister, learning on the job how to be an advocate as a caregiver. When her sister became ill with cancer and a serious lung disease, Erin became a long-distance champion for her sister’s care. Her book Badass Advocate: Becoming The Champion Your Seriously Ill Loved One Deserves covers everything from building a support team for both the caregiver and the patient, to asking doctors effective questions to get the real answers you need. Erin’s advice doesn’t stop there - she encourages every caregiver to learn to find the balance in being both compassionate and assertive as a caregiver.  

Although Erin’s online Empowered Advocate Community has since shut down, every caregiver can benefit from hearing her caregiving story, and from buying her book. Find your copy of Badass Advocate: Becoming The Champion Your Seriously Ill Loved One Deserves here. Links for Erin Galyean: Badass Advocate Book Badass Advocate Website Socials for Erin Galyean: LinkedIn TikTok  Facebook Instagram YouTube

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible. And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care. If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help. Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book a FREE 30-Minute Hospice Navigation Session, or a more in-depth 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95. If you need to troubleshoot the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions. A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer

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End of Life Doula Diane Button has been taught how to live well by caring for the dying.  Her life’s work has been to support people to find meaning, comfort, joy, and peace in life and in death. One of the biggest influences on how Diane lives was her Grandpa Charlie, and she continues to be inspired by how he lived his life. Diane has collected stories and wisdom from every person for whom she’s provided care while they were dying.  

In 2022, during the pandemic, Diane wrote an article for Maria Shriver’s Sunday Paper that remains widely-read and one of their most popular articles. What Matters Most: Lessons the Dying Teach Us About Living is her latest book, written at the invitation of Maria Shriver and published by Penguin Random House. It is available everywhere books are sold. Connect with Diane Button: Website:  dianebutton.com End-of-Life Doula Website: Bay Area End-of-Life Doula Alliance Instagram: @dianebuttondoula Facebook:facebook.com/diane.button.12 Get your copy of Diane’s book! – What Matters Most: Lessons the Dying Teach Us About Living

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Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible.  And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help.  Whether you want to connect by phone or video, you can book a FREE 30-Minute Hospice Navigation Session, or a more in-depth 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95.  If you need to troubleshoot the care you’re already receiving, we’re here to answer your questions.  A 60-Minute Navigation Session by video call allows up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  

Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer

Website:  theheartofhospice.com Social media:  Facebook     Twitter    Instagram   LinkedIn Email:  [email protected] More podcast episodes:  The Heart of Hospice Podcast

Podcast host Helen Bauer is a great addition to your event or conference! For speaking inquiries, send an email to [email protected].