Feb 22, 2026
176 Hospice Explained: The Five Wishes and Why They Matter
Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, reviews the “Five Wishes” advance care planning document after a prior episode with Yvonne Caputo. She explains where to find and purchase it (fivewishes.org and agingwithdignity.org), notes it...
Feb 15, 2026
175 "Dying with Dad": Intimate Conversations and Five Wishes
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Yvonne Caputo, a retired teacher, vice president of human resources, corporate trainer, consultant, and psychotherapist. Yvonne discusses her...
Feb 8, 2026
174 Facing the Unspoken: Embracing End of Life Conversations
In this episode of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher RN , a former hospice nurse with a long nursing experience, emphasizes the significance of addressing end-of-life issues early. She discusses the common problem of late referrals to palliative and...
Feb 1, 2026
173 Understanding Palliative Care with Dr. Win Lin Chai
In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Dr. Win Lin Chai, a palliative care specialist from Malaysia. They discuss the role of palliative care in improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, the importance of...