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The Heart of Hospice Podcast

Hosted by Helen Bauer, BSN RN CHPN

The Heart of Hospice podcast is dedicated to helping personal and professional caregivers who are caring for someone with serious illness. We"re here to provide information and education so people can make informed choices about end of life care.

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00:20:35

Energize Your Passion for EOL Care at a Virtual...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/10/02

Virtual conferences are the current trend while we cope with the pandemic. Today Helen and Jerry are talking about the benefits of attending a hospice conference virtually. If you’re a hospice professional, ongoing education is essential to maintain current working knowledge of clinical care, regulations, and industry trends. Virtual attendance saves you money and time on travel, plus you can attend on your own schedule from the comfort of your own computer! No matter what your discipline

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01:05:01

Finding Hope Beyond Grief with Calista Anderson,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/10/01

Grief Recovery Specialist Calista Anderson is our special guest in today's episode. She’s the owner of Living Beyond Grief and knows firsthand the consequences of loss and grief. According to the Living Beyond Grief website, Calista’s mother died of a heart attack when she was 18. She lost her true love to drug addiction and suffered additional, profound losses. She lost herself to overwhelming, paralytic, joy-crushing grief. Her story is one of struggle, resilience, and grit. Calista is

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00:28:03

How to Create Successful Atomic Self Care Through...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/09/18

We’re continuing to focus on the small habits that can make your Self Care successful in this third episode in our Atomic Self Care series. Gratitude as part of Self Care benefits us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. There are so many ways to practice being thankful. It’s easy, inexpensive, and a great investment in your healthy Self! Journal it. Say it out loud like a mantra. Write it on a sticky note and put it where you’ll see it every day. Find a partner and share your

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01:49:19

Kate Schutt Shares Her Musical Tribute to Her Mother,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/09/15

Kate Schutt says it felt natural for her to become a caregiver after her mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The result of that caregiving journey is wisdom that pours out through her music. In our interview with Kate, she shares the experiences that inspired Bright Nowhere, a collection of songs that share the strength and the joy of her relationship with her mom. Be sure to listen just after Kate’s interview to hear her sing live for us. You can listen to her music and connect with

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00:33:54

How to Create Successful Atomic Self Care with...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/09/11

Keeping physically active is one of the cornerstone habits of healthy Self Care. In the second episode of our series on Atomic Self Care, we’re talking about exercise. Whether it’s a walk in the park, gym time, or gentle stretching you can do at home, get moving! Start low and slow if you need. If you haven’t exercised in a while, make sure to talk with your doctor to get ideas about what could benefit you the most. Find an accountability partner and be creative. It’s possible to social

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00:33:31

How to Create Successful Atomic Self Care for Better...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/09/04

If you’re having difficulty sleeping these days, we’ve got some tips for you. Jerry and Helen are sharing details about how you can get the most out of your sleeping hours. Using guidance from The Sleep Institute, we’ve learned it’s the little habits that help with getting to sleep, staying asleep, and staying energized during the day. Exercise, food and substance intake, screen time with blue light all affect how well we sleep. If you’re a caregiver, unpaid or professional, you need all

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01:13:47

Innovative Bereavement Care Ideas With Rev. Nancy...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/09/01

Hospice agencies are having to get creative with their care during the pandemic. Rev. Nancy Faery of Niagara Hospice describes the process she and her team used to create a virtual remembrance service to honor the patients the agency has served. Nancy also shares the challenges and pitfalls of providing psychosocial and spiritual care remotely. That means using technology for telemedicine, including using phone chats and Facetime. Nancy encourages teams to ask for what they need and to be

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00:33:56

Strengthen Your Self Care with Remote Accountability...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/28

In these days of social distancing, it might be a challenge to connect with the partners who hold us accountable for our healthy self care habits. Jerry and Helen have some tips to help you be successful. Use the technology that’s out there - a lot of it is free. Try phone calls, video chats, or Facetime. If you have the space to maintain the right healthy distance, you and your partner can do yoga or workout routines. It’s all about being healthy! There are remote options for your faith

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00:22:06

Practical Self Care Tips for Car Travel, Heartbeat...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/21

Hospice professionals don’t always have time to take good care of themselves when seeing patients. Today we’re talking about healthy Self Care for mind, body, and spirit that you can do in between visits. From healthy snacks and foot pumps to audiobooks and podcasts, there are lots of healthy ways you can optimize your travel time. Planning meals and snacks in advance will help provide healthy nutrition, and don’t forget the water! You can even take a few minutes to rest and meditate while

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01:20:50

The Forgiveness Solution with Misty Tyme, Episode 067

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/15

Certified death doula Misty Tyme uses her many gifts to guide people in the practice of forgiveness. Her interview with The Heart of Hospice is open and warm and wise. According to her website https://www.mistytyme.com/, Misty’s mission is “to bring a forgiveness tool to a cynical world that is craving a way to let go of pain and anger…...she believes when we practice forgiveness, we make room in our hearts for more love and kindness.” Misty is also a speaker, trainer, interfaith reverend,

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00:22:10

Hospice Myths That Need to be Busted, Heartbeat...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/14

Misinformation about hospice is everywhere! Today we’re busting some old hospice myths with good information about end of life care. We want you to have accurate information that you can use for your end of life experience. As end of life expert Barbara Karnes says - knowledge reduces fear! Make sure you have current reliable information to guide your end of life decisions. Even if you’re a hospice professional, it’s good to know the misconceptions that your patients and families, and your

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00:10:32

Support for Grieving Parents from Bereaved Parents of...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/07

Parents whose child dies have special grief needs. Bereaved Parents of the USA is dedicated to meeting those needs. According to their website (bereaved parents usa.org), the organization exists to “provide a safe space where grieving families can connect, share our stories, and learn to rebuild our lives. We attend meetings whenever we can and for as long as we find helpful. We share our fears, confusion, anger, guilt, frustrations, emptiness, and feelings of hopelessness, knowing these

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01:29:53

A Conversation with Death by Design Host Kimberly...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/08/01

Our conversation with Kimberly Paul is going to make you think. She challenges us to think about death and advance care plan conversations in a radically different way. According to her website https://www.deathbydesign.com/about-the-author/, Kimberly "chose to leave her dream job in television and film to discover the authentic stories at the bedside of the dying. Working for hospice was supposed to only be a temporary job until she could build relationships in the film industry in

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00:13:15

Celebrating Two Milestones for The Heart of Hospice,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/31

Today we're celebrating our 200th Heartbeat and the 4 year anniversary of The Heart of Hospice! We’re super excited to have been given information to share with you, and industry experts to connect you to. Our dedication to our mission hasn’t changed - we’re moving forward to provide you with podcasts that inform you. We’re going to be encouraging you as well - caregivers (both professional and unpaid) need all the encouragement they can get! Let us know how we can support you. Send your

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00:29:13

No Matter Who You Are: The Angola Prison Hospice...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/24

Our topic today is going to inspire you. We’re talking about the Angola Prison Hospice, an amazing project that involves inmates in the care of other terminally ill inmates. The work that is done within this tough Louisiana prison is transformational not only for the dying, but also for the inmates who become part of the interdisciplinary care team. You can find the documentary on the Angola Prison Hospice “Angola Prison Hospice: Opening the Door” on YouTube. The story will move you with its

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00:21:04

Expert Guidance for Funeral Planning from...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/17

We’re playing The Death Deck again! What would your epitaph say? What words would you use to describe yourself on your tombstone? Helen and Jerry have some unexpected answers. We’re also connecting you with a new resource - Funeralocity. The Funeralocity website has information on numerous aspects of funerals, including cremation, grief, how to celebrate a legacy, and funeral planning and costs. Hospice professionals can also find help in the Hospice Portal with guidance on advance care

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01:05:18

It's Time to Have the Conversation on National...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/15

July 16, 2020 is National Healthcare Decisions Day 2.0! NHDD may have been delayed this year because of the pandemic but it’s never too late (or too early) to have advance care plan discussions. Sponsored by The Conversation Project (the conversation project.org),National Healthcare Decisions Day “exists to inspire, educate, and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning”. Nobody likes having to think about his own death, but if it would make things easier

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00:23:51

Heart2Hearts Can Help Guide Advance Care Planning...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/03

Another great game to start those difficult (horrible, awkward) conversations about advance care planning! A set of Heart2Hearts cards comes with 52 conversation starters to ease discussions about wishes at end-of-life. Developed by licensed social worker Lisa Newburger, the cards are easy to use and versatile. There are three different ways to utilize the cards. Cost is only $14.99 per deck so it’s super affordable. Your agency or company can order quantities of 500 or more with your

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01:12:31

What Really Matters: A Conversation With Dr. Karen...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/07/01

Dr. Karen Wyatt puts her heart into the work she does as a hospice physician. According to her website, Dr. Wyatt is a “family physician who has spent her 25 year medical career working with patients in challenging settings, such as hospices, nursing homes and indigent clinics. She has founded a free medical clinic in a homeless shelter, accompanied three medical mission teams to Honduras, and led a non-profit clinic for the uninsured in its growth from a 4-hour per week all-volunteer

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00:07:16

Connection Moment Final Episode

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/06/24

Today Jerry and Helen thank all of the amazing hospice professionals who took time to partner with us for the Connection Moments campaign. If we had to summarize all the Connection Moments in just a few words, we’d use gratitude, hope, courage, and love. The pandemic won’t stop provision of quality care, given with compassion and respect. End of life teams will continue to serve patients and families all over the world. Your hospice journeys haven’t stopped. While the Connection Moments

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