Community Connections

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode we discuss children & grief. Grief Counselor Emily Sullivan, MA, LCMHCA, joins us to discuss how grief can present in children through the lens of development. For more information of the Grief & Bereavement Services at Hospice of Davidson County, please visit: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/

Send us Fan Mail For this week's episode, we take a break from our educational series to discuss upcoming events for Hospice of Davidson County. Kimberly Gleiser, Community Engagement Manager, joins us. We highlight the upsoming Ride for Angels on July 15th, and tease the Annual Gala on August 26th. Don't miss the call for art submissions related to the august event! For more information...

Send us Fan Mail For this year's Nurses Week Episode, we feature 2 of our amazing RNs. Melissa Grant and Ashley Mills Join us to talk about their roles and their "why" for working at Hospice of Davidson County. Kaitlyn McFadden also comes on to discuss the unique roles of our nursing staff. 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Jennifer Everhart, RN, CHPN,  joins as guest co-host. Jennifer is the Chief Clinical Officer at Hospice of Davidson County. We have a great conversation with Dr Rachel Warner who is an Assistant Professor of Surgery @ UF Health - Jacksonville. Dr Warner comes on to discuss recurring hospital admissions, and goals of care discussions. We look at how thi...

Send us Fan Mail April 16th 2023 is National Healthcare Decisions Day! For this year, we brought on one of our Medical Social Workers, Crystal Waller. Crystal is also a Certified End-of-Life Doula. Crystal dives deep into some of the specifics on Healthcare Power of Attorney, discussions with patients and families, and the overall benefit of making your wishes and desires known for medical care. 

Send us Fan Mail For this weeks episode we return to our diagnosis specific conversations. Facility Nurse Liaison Laura Fleming comes on to discuss COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and some of the challenges these patients ,and their families face. For more information on Hospice care please visit Hospiceofdavidson.org 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Cole is Joined by Sophia Russell, MHA, MDiv. Sophia is the Executive Director of the Positive Wellness Alliance. She comes on to discuss the organization's services, and impact in the community, for those living with HIV/AIDS. For more information on their services or to get involved, visit: https://www.positivewellnessalliance.org/. You can also call them at: 336-...

Send us Fan Mail For this week's episode we start our series on Hospice appropriate patients with diagnosis of Alzheimer/Dementia. Megan Owens, RN, BSN, CHPN makes her way on to discuss her experiences as a Facility Nurse Case Manager. She gives us some great insight in what we see from this diagnosis and readiness for hospice. 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Cole discusses Grief & Bereavement Counseling with Emily Sullivan MA, LCMHCA. Emily is a Grief Counselor with Hospice of Davidson County. She comes on to discuss some misconceptions surrounding grief, and highlight programs intended to help families and the community heal after a loss. 

Send us Fan Mail Season 3 is here! On this week's episode, Hospice of Davidson County's Medical Director Dr Lana Riemann, and Clinical Educator Jennifer King RN, BSN, CHPN join the podcast. They come on to discuss symptoms & signs near end-of-life. You can find more information on our website: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/resource-library/community-connections-podcast/

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode is a unique listen into the perspectives from some of Hospice of Davidson County's wonderful staff. The Theme for National Hospice and Palliative Care Month is "Meeting you where you are", so we decided to ask staff what that means for them and their work. A special thank you to those staff for coming on the podcast, many of them for the fir...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode is all about whats going on around Hospice of Davidson County and the Community! In this episode you will find all the detailed information you will need to know what about our upcoming events.   The holiday season is always an important time for the organization, as it recognizes the difficulties many in our community have after a loss. Grief effects us a...

Send us Fan Mail The guest on this week's episode is Laura Fleming, RN, BSN. Laura is the Facility Team Nurse Liaison at Hospice of Davidson County. She comes on to provide some insight into Hospice Services in Long-Term Care Facilities. She discusses some of the benefits of having hospice services for eligible patients and their families at end of life. To find out more about Hospice of Davi...

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode Cole and Chelsie talk with Beth Rummage who is the Executive Director of The Life Center of Davidson County. Beth gives some great information on the programming, purpose, and upcoming events for the organization. To find out more about the amazing work of this organization, or to get you or a loved one connected to services you can  visit: https://www....

Send us Fan Mail This week Cole and Chelsie have a discussion with Julie McFadden BSN, RN.  She comes on the podcast to share her perspectives and experiences as a hospice nurse. Julie also shares about her journey on social media and how her passion for hospice sparked this new way to educate, connect, and engage.  For more great information and content from Hospice Nurse Julie, you can find her...

Send us Fan Mail On this weeks episode, Cole and Chelsie sit down with Ryan Klaustermeier MSN, RN for a conversation surrounding his experiences in hospice work at the local, state, and national levels. Ryan is the Chair of the Next Generation Leadership Council, with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.  He is also the VP of Professional Services with AXXESS. He gives some great...

Send us Fan Mail For this week's episode, Cole and Chelsie are joined by the Director of Provider Services with Hospice of Davidson County, Elizabeth McNeil, NP.  We discuss common forms of dementia and the symptoms, treatment, and caregiver concerns associated. Elizabeth has over 12 years experience helping patients and families in both inpatient and homecare settings. 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Cole and Chelsie are joined by Megan Owens RN, CHPN. Megan is a Nurse Case Manager on the Facility Team at Hospice of Davidson County. She comes on to discuss respiratory symptoms in hospice patients. She discusses some treatments, causes, and helpful tips for caregivers to help make their loved ones comfortable. 

Send us Fan Mail This episode is hosted by Cole Warner, and Hospice of Davidson County CEO, Laura Owen. This week's featured guest is the City of Lexington Mayor, Jason Hayes.  Mayor Hayes joins us to discuss the upcoming Health Equity Conference that is being hosted by the city on August 12th and 13th. He also gives us some great insight into his professional, and personal background that ha...

Send us Fan Mail For this weeks episode, Jennifer King  BSN, RN, CHPN, Clinical Educator, and Infection Control Officer for Hospice of Davidson County,  joins us to discuss confusion and delirium in hospice Patients. She gives us some insight into some of the issues surrounding the common symptoms at end-of-life. For more information on this topic as well as other hospice related issues, visit: ht...

Send us Fan Mail *Extended Conversation* As a follow up to our episode on the Health Equity Conference, here is the extended conversation we had with Dr Patricia Smyre, on her work as the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer, Title XI Coordinator, and Human Relations Commission Liaison for the City of Lexington. She shares some insight into her role and work so far in the community. 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we feature the upcoming Health Equity Conference, hosted by the City of Lexington.  Dr Patricia Smyre joins us to discuss the importance, and mission of this conference for our community. For more information please visit: https://www.lexingtonnc.gov/city-services/administration/diversity-equity-inclusion/health-equity-conference

Send us Fan Mail Jennifer Everhart and Chelsie Scearce join the show to discuss the amazing work of the Certified Nursing Assistants at Hospice of Davidson County. This episode is coming out at the end of National Nursing Assistants Week, so we thought we would show our appreciation and provide some insight into their service to patients, families, and the community. 

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, Brad Gaither and Kimberly Gleiser join the podcast to discuss the upcoming Ride for Angels event. This event is on July 16th, and is hosted by Hospice of Davidson County.  For more information, or to register visit: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/rfa/ .  you can also call (336) 475-5444 or fill out the contact form on the website. 

Send us Fan Mail On this Week's Episode, Cole and Emmalee Speak with Chelsie Scearce, Volunteer Services Manager with Hospice of Davidson County. Chelsie comes on and discusses the importance of volunteers to the hospice mission and organization. If you would like more information on becoming a volunteer please visit: https://www.hospiceofdavidson.org/volunteer/ or call (336) 475-5444.