Hospice Explained

117 Understanding the Complexities of Hospice Care with Renee McInnes   In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Renee McInnes, MBA RN, the CEO of NVNA and Hospice. Renee shares her extensive experience in home health and hospice care and discusses the various services her organization provides. She highlights the nuances of running a residential hospice house, explai...

116 Embracing the Role of a Caregiver: Tips and Techniques with Lili Udell Fiore In episode 116 of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher RN interviews Lili Udell Fiore, author of 'Lili's Caregiver's Guide.' Lili shares her personal journey of caregiving for her aunt and parents, providing valuable insights on managing grief, organizing caregiving tasks, and improving the quality of life for love...

Navigating Hospice Care: Insights from Derek J. Flores, RN In Episode 115 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, replays an insightful conversation from Episode 36 with Derek J. Flores, RN. Derek, a seasoned hospice nurse and author, shares his experiences and wisdom on hospice care, discussing his bestseller 'Seven Keys to a Peaceful Passing,' caregiving dynamics, the phases of dying, the...

114 Building a Legacy: An Interview with Dr. Kimberly Harms In episode 114 of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie interviews Dr. Kimberly Harms, a multifaceted professional with experiences as a Dentist, Grief counselor, Death doula, and more. Dr. Harms shares the importance of legacy planning and preparing emotionally and practically for the end of life. She discusses her book, 'Are You Ready? How to...

113 Personal Stories and Insights into Hospice Care with Jenna Lentz In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie welcomes Jenna Lentz, a medical assistant with WellSpan in Pennsylvania, to share her personal experiences with hospice care. Jenna recounts the end-of-life journeys of her aunt, grandfather, and grandmother, highlighting the varying levels of hospice involvement and the emotional...

112 Behind Hospice Care: Special Replay with Monica RN In episode 112 of 'Hospice Explained,' host Marie Betcher, RN, revisits a previous episode with Monica, RN, a seasoned hospice nurse who shares invaluable insights from her career. The episode delves into the emotional and practical aspects of hospice care, highlighting the holistic support provided by a multidisciplinary team. Monica shares t...

Caring with Compassion: Jean Anne Menna BSN, RN on Hospice and End-of-Life Care In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Jean Anne Menna BSN, RN, a hospice nurse and author of 'Go With Grace,' a guide to providing dignified end-of-life care. Jean Anne shares her motivation for writing the book, influenced by her experience with her father's passing, as well as her hol...

Episode 110 - The Importance of Listening Skills In this episode of Hospice Explained, Marie Betcher RN discusses the value of listening skills, particularly in the hospice care context. She highlights the importance of truly listening to patients' stories to understand their needs and make their hospice experience better. The episode also offers a preview of next week's guest, Jean Cruz, who will...

109 Navigating Mental Health: From Trauma to Wellness with David Woods Bartley In episode 109 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews David Woods Bartley, a speaker, trainer, writer, and mental health advocate. David shares his life journey from enduring severe childhood trauma and crippling depression to finding mental wellness. He highlights the importance of connection and support,...

108 Remix-Understanding Palliative and Hospice Care: Insights from Dr. John Mulder In episode 108 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN revisits episodes 30 and 31 with Dr. John Mulder, a pioneering expert in palliative care. Dr. Mulder shares his journey into the specialty, clarifies the differences between palliative and hospice care, and discusses the importance of early palliative referr...

End-of-Life Stories: A Hospice Chaplain's Journey In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher interviews John Wenderlein, a Hospice chaplain based in Daytona Beach, Florida. John, an ordained Southern Baptist minister with a master's in theological studies, shares his experiences and the emotional journey of working with patients at the end of their lives. He discusses his two publish...

Process Improvement in Hospice Care and Listener Appreciation In episode 106 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN discusses the importance of process improvement in hospice care, emphasizing the benefits of early hospice involvement for patients and their families. Marie also expresses gratitude for recent written reviews and encourages listeners to continue showing their support by leaving...

Understanding Hospice Care: Insights from Nurse Peter Abraham In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Nurse Peter Abraham. Peter shares his extensive experience in cardiac telemetry, skilled nursing, and rural home hospice care. They discuss the significance of early hospice enrollment, the challenges of caring for dementia and Parkinson's patients, and the impactf...

Understanding End-of-Life Care: Insights from Pepper Cappuccio, RN In episode 104 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN focuses on demystifying end-of-life care. From Episode #28 Special guest Pepper Cappuccio RN, author of 'Warm Water, The Last Act of Compassion," shares his experiences as a hospice nurse, emphasizing the importance of compassion, cultural diversity in grieving, and pain ma...

Pet Hospice and Humane Euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman In episode 103 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN, dives into the emotional and practical aspects of pet hospice and humane euthanasia with Dr. Tyler Sugarman, the host of Vetsplanation. Dr. Sugarman shares his journey in veterinary medicine, his extensive experience in emergency veterinary care, and tips on making tough decisions...

102 Marie's top 20 things to know about Hospice   In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN discusses 20 essential things everyone should know about hospice care. Topics include the importance of understanding hospice before it's needed, how to ask smart questions, the benefits and services offered by hospice, and the flexibility of hospice care. Marie also touches on practical a...

101 Simplifying End-of-Life Planning: Interview with Adam Zuckerman In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Adam Zuckerman, the founder of Buried in Work. They discuss the intricacies of estate planning, the importance of being organized, and how to prepare for end-of-life tasks. Drawing from personal experiences and professional expertise, Adam provides valuable ins...

Celebrating 100 Episodes: Ongoing Education and Support in Hospice Care In the 100th episode of Hospice Explained, the host reflects on the journey and mission of the podcast to educate and reduce fear about end-of-life care. The host announces plans for developing an online membership community for both hospice patients/their caregivers and a seperate one professionals. Listeners are invited to s...

In Episode 99 of Hospice Explained,  Marie Betcher RN interviews A'Marie Dotson MM, MT-BC, NICU-MT, NMT, a board-certified music therapist and director of music therapy at a Michigan-based hospice. They discuss the profound impact of music therapy on end-of-life care, A'Marie's journey into hospice work, and various evidence-based techniques used to provide comfort to patients. A'Marie shares emot...

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 both patients and caregivers in the hospice journey.   00:00 Introduction 00:4...

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 care, terminal illness, and the end of life. Shannon shares her personal journey int...

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 shares her journey of creating one of the first online caregiving communities, developing...

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 local hospice agencies by zip code.   The episode stresses the importance of choosi...

 94 Choices with Sips and Wishes, Breaking the Silence: Embracing End-of-Life   Navigating End-of-Life Conversations with Amy Hensley In this episode of 'Hospice Explained', host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Amy Hensley, a former graphic designer turned RN, hospice nurse, and end-of-life educator. Amy Hensley shares her career journey from graphic design to nursing, emphasizing her passion for ho...

93  Patient Quotes: Stories of Resilience with Dr. Christina Gomez     In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Dr. Christina Gomez, a GI Medical Oncologist at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center and author of 'Stopped in My Tracks, A Physician's Collection of Cancer Patients Quotes'.       Dr. Gomez shares her journey into Oncology, highlighting the significance of pa...