Hospice Explained

129 Reflecting on End-of-Life Experiences and Looking Forward to 2025

Dec 29, 2024

129 Reflecting on End-of-Life Experiences and Looking Forward to 2025

In episode 129 of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher, RN, reflects on past guests and her personal experiences with loved ones' end-of-life journeys. As the year 2024 comes to a close, Marie expresses gratitude for her audience and guests, and...

128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained

Dec 22, 2024

128 Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained

Fall Prevention Strategies for the Elderly: Insights from Hospice Explained

In episode 128 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, discusses crucial fall prevention strategies for the elderly. She shares a personal experience with...

127 Empowering End-of-Life Decisions: Insights from Dr. Josh Lowentritt

Dec 15, 2024

127 In this episode of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher RN discusses end-of-life care and comprehensive advanced care planning with Dr. Josh Lowentritt, a seasoned nephrologist.

They delve into the significance of having hard conversations about patient care preferences, the development of advanced care planning...

126 Understanding Caregiver Stress and the Importance of Self-Care

Dec 8, 2024

Understanding Caregiver Stress and the Importance of Self-Care

In Episode 126 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN discusses the critical challenges and emotional toll faced by caregivers, especially during busy times like December. She elaborates on the symptoms of caregiver stress burnout, citing...

125 Understanding End of Life - Interview with Dr. Cynthia X. Pan

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...