Hospice Explained

98 Reloaded: Discussion of The Medicare Benefit with Chris Graham PA, the co-founder of Stillwater Hospice

May 26, 2024

98 This episode is a partial Replay of Episode #29

Host Marie Betcher RN interviews Chris Graham, PA, the co-founder of Stillwater Hospice, discussing Medicare coverage for hospice patients and the importance of education in rural end-of-life care. They emphasize the significance of choice, comfort, and empowerment for...

97 Transforming Grief with Photography: A Conversation with Shannon McFarland

May 19, 2024

97 Transforming Grief with Photography: A Conversation with Shannon McFarland

In this thought-provoking episode of 'Hospice Explained', host Marie Betcher, RN, welcomes guest Shannon McFarland, a photographer who specializes in capturing the essence of families during their most vulnerable times, including hospice...

96 Empowering Caregivers: Insights and Innovations with Denise Brown

May 12, 2024

96 Empowering Caregivers: Insights and Innovations with Denise Brown

In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, engages in a comprehensive discussion with Denise Brown, a pioneer in supporting family caregivers since 1990, and the founder of the Caregiving Years Training Academy.

Denise...

95 Reloaded Episode #20 Understanding Hospice: Finding a Hospice Agency and Knowing When to Call

May 5, 2024

95 Understanding Hospice: Finding a Hospice Agency and Knowing When to Call

This episode of Hospice Explained, hosted by Marie Betcher RN, revisits the topic from episode 20 about identifying the right time to call the nurse or the hospice team for assistance. It begins with guidance on using medicare.gov to find...