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Hospice Explained

Dec 1, 2024

Episode 125: Understanding End of Life - Interview with Dr. Cynthia X. Pan
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews Dr. Cynthia X. Pan, an expert in hospice and palliative care. Dr. Pan shares insights into how to approach end-of-life conversations, the importance of opening dialogue, and...


Nov 24, 2024

Supporting Charities that Aid Hospice Patients and Their Loved Ones
 
In episode 124 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, highlights several charitable organizations that support hospice patients and their families. These include Pet Peace of Mind, which helps keep hospice patients and their pets together;...


Nov 17, 2024

123: Pet Peace of Mind: Compassionate Care for Pets and Their Terminally Ill Owners

In this episode of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Christy Bork, the National Program Manager for Pet Peace of Mind. Christy shares the mission and operations of this national nonprofit organization, which...


Nov 10, 2024

The Blessings of Hospice: A Conversation with Andrew T. Shaw
In episode 122 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN revisits episode number 49, featuring author Andrew T. Shaw. Andrew, a retired teacher and licensed realtor, shares his profound experiences during his father's last week on hospice and...


Nov 3, 2024

121  Understanding Hospice & Palliative Care:
An Insightful Discussion with Peter Abraham BSN, RN
 
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher BSN, RN welcomes back Nurse Peter Abraham, who has transitioned from a career in technology to nursing and is now a prolific author with 32 books available on...