Hospice Redefined

In this episode of Hospice Redefined , Rachel shares a heartfelt poem titled “The Lighting of the Candles,” a reflection on grief, remembrance, and the quiet ache many caregivers and families carry during the holiday season. This gentle, grounding episode is an invitation to pause and honor the people we miss — the ones whose absence feels a little heavier during this time of year. Through the wor...

The holidays can stir up both warmth and heartache — especially when someone you love is no longer here. In this episode of Hospice Redefined, hospice nurse and host Rachel Carta, RN, sits down with Carrie Stine, John Myers, and Jamie Samples, three hospice professionals who have also walked their own paths of loss. Together, they share heartfelt stories, practical ways to honor loved ones, and ge...

What if something as small and delicate as a butterfly could help you process grief, create new memories, and honor the legacy of your loved one? In this heartfelt episode of Hospice Redefined , I sit down with Carrie Stine , long-time spiritual caregiver for hospice patients, to talk about the sacred tradition of the Annual Butterfly Release . Together, we explore: The symbolism of the butterfly...

When a loved one enters hospice care, it’s common for family dynamics to surface in unexpected and sometimes challenging ways. Different perspectives, old wounds, and strong emotions can make an already difficult time even harder. But when families learn how to navigate these dynamics with honesty, compassion, and connection, they can create a more peaceful experience for everyone involved. In thi...

Guest: Kate Zuraw, LICSW – Trauma-Informed Care Specialist & Founder of Liminal Resilience In this powerful episode, we go beyond diagnoses and care plans to talk about what truly matters at the end of life: seeing the person behind the illness. Our guest, Kate Zuraw, brings over a decade of expertise in trauma-informed care and shares how we can shift our mindset and practices to better suppo...

Caregiving is one of the most meaningful—and exhausting—roles we can take on. In this solo episode, Rachel Carta, RN, hospice nurse and functional nutrition counselor, shares three simple yet powerful ways caregivers can care for their own bodies, plus a bonus tip that might be the most important one of all. These aren’t lofty or complicated strategies. They’re accessible, doable, and grounded in...

In this powerful episode of Hospice Redefined , we explore the emotional toll caregiving takes on the body and mind. Join host Rachel Carta, RN, as she speaks with John Myers, a seasoned hospice social worker. Together, they dive into the complex emotions caregivers face, including grief, guilt, and the emotional rollercoaster that often comes with caring for a loved one at the end of life. Throug...

Hospice is often misunderstood as a sign of giving up, but in reality, it’s about living with dignity, comfort, and connection during one of life’s most profound transitions. In this very first episode of Hospice Redefined , host Rachel Carta, RN, is joined by social worker John Myers to discuss the biggest misconceptions about hospice care. They dive into why so many families hesitate to seek hos...