122 The Blessings of Hospice: A Conversation with Andrew T. Shaw

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 integrates those into his audiobook, 'Cheers Dad, Blessings from his last week in hospice.' The discussion includes Andrew's reflections on the importance of hospice care, navigating the emotional journey, and his family's touching story of love and resilience. They emphasize planning end-of-life care and the essential role of communication.

00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained

00:46 Meet Andrew T. Shaw

02:22 Andrew's Journey with Hospice

06:18 The Importance of Early Hospice Care

11:30 Challenges and Strengths During Hospice

17:42 Final Days and Reflections

26:42 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

Andrew’s Audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Cheers-Dad-Audiobook/B0BKR4JBPD

 

CHEERS, DAD: Blessings from his last week in Hospice by Andrew T. Shaw: https://amzn.to/3CBiTmd

 

Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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