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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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01:21:17

Loren Gelberg-Goff Shares How Caregivers Can Find...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/05/15

LCSW Loren Gelberg-Goff wants to help caregivers. Her mission is to help “caregivers just like you enjoy a more fulfilled life while they do the demanding but important work of caring for their loved ones.” In her book “Take Back Your Life: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finding Freedom in the Midst of Overwhelm”, Loren gives guidance on how caregivers can live a full and healthy life while still providing the best care to their loved ones. Loren is also the facilitator of the virtual group program

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00:16:20

Connection Moment with Lisa Pahl of The Death Deck,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/05/13

Co-creator of The Death Deck Lisa Pahl is with us to share her thoughts on today’s Connection Moment. Lisa knows exactly what it’s like to be on the front lines of hospice as she works as a hospice and emergency room social worker. As end of life professionals practice empathy in the care of their patients, they can accumulate pain through watching others’ suffering. In this season filled with change, interdisciplinary team members are balancing new responsibilities in an environment that

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00:14:38

Connection Moment with Dr. Jessica Zitter, Episode 04

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/05/11

Dr. Jessica Zitter is an advocate and an activist for quality care of terminally ill patients. Trained at Harvard and UCSF, Dr. Zitter works in Critical Care and Palliative medicine. It’s an unusual pairing which has given her exceptional insight into how the dying are treated. She’s the author of Extreme Measures: Finding a Better Path to the End of Life, and her work is featured in the Academy and Emmy-nominated short documentary “Extremis,” available on Netflix. Dr. Zitter acknowledges

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00:22:51

How to Start a Conversation Using Go Wish Cards,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/05/08

Go Wish cards from Coda Alliance are a great way to start those awkward conversations about end of life wishes. If the thought of talking about death makes you cringe, Go Wish cards can get you started in a thoughtful way. Players using the cards can divide the 36 cards into three categories to rank the importance of various aspects of end of life. You can even play “Go Wish Solitaire” on the website to determine what you’d like your loved ones to know. Laugh a little, talk a lot - let the

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00:07:02

Connection Moments Inaugural Episode

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/05/04

To support end of life professionals in the U.S. and all over the world during the pandemic, we’re launching a new project - Connection Moments. They’re uplifting messages designed to combat the anxiety and stress you might be feeling. We’re going to be sharing messages to give you strength, to remind you of why you do this work. Every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday you’re going to hear from industry icons like Barbara Karnes, Dr. Jessica Zitter, NHPCO’s Jennifer Kennedy, and Gabby Jimenez

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00:23:21

How to Make Remote Caregiving Less Remote, Heartbeat...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/24

Taking care of a loved one from a distance can be challenging. In this season of social distancing and self quarantine, contact with someone needing care is even more difficult. We’re talking about ways to deal with the obstacles associated with remote caregiving. Use the technology you might already have - a cell phone is a great tool. Three way calls during a doctor’s appointment and video calls can be helpful. Lots of medical practices and hospitals have patient portals where patients

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00:16:05

Free Video Learning Resources for End of Life...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/17

There’s some serious information overload happening right now in our COVID-19 world. It can seem like too much, but if you’ve got extra time at home, these TED talks are some great ways to fill your time, especially if you’re a hospice or palliative care professional. The online resources we’re sharing with you today center around what it’s like to be seriously ill, death, and dying. We recommend that you watch Justin Baldoni’s talk called “Why I Started My Last Days”, on the End Well YouTube

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01:37:26

The Hospice Doctor's Widow with Jennifer O'Brien,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/15

Jennifer O’Brien didn’t anticipate that the journal she kept during her husband’s illness and subsequent death would become a guidepost to people caring for loved ones during serious illness. Her new book, “The Hospice Doctor’s Widow”, has become just that. It’s a moving journaling that offers advice and insight into some of the most vulnerable aspects of being a caregiver. Jennifer shares what she learned while caring for her husband Bob Lehmberg and reveals the heartbreaking wisdom she

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00:15:35

The Heart of Hospice Welcomes a New Partner,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/10

Meet the newest member of The Heart of Hospice team - a black goldendoodle puppy named Sunny! He was born at the end of December of 2019, and carefully selected by Amanda Davis at Golden Rule Retrievers to train as a therapy dog. Sunny will be training with Helen to provide comfort and encouragement to seriously ill patients, their families, and end of life care teams. He’s a sweet puppy that likes belly rubs and cuddling. This is a new journey for Sunny and Helen and her family - stay tuned

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00:16:51

Coping With a Terminal Illness, Heartbeat Episode 185

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/03

In these days of social distancing and self isolation, Helen and Jerry start out this episode playing The Death Deck, because we know that humor can reduce fear and boost our moods. Then we get down to business introducing you to Susan Ducharme Hoben. Through her website, articles, and book, Susan offers some great advice for coping with a loved one’s terminal illness based on her personal experience with her husband Bruce. Susan encourages us to confront our fears about death, educate

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01:40:19

Grief Yoga Creator Paul Denniston Shares How to Get...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/04/01

It was our great privilege to partner with Paul Denniston, the creator of Grief Yoga. Paul has taught the practice of Grief Yoga to “therapists, counselors and health care professionals around the world and teaches workshops around the US.” Using combined techniques from Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Kundalini Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Laughter Yoga, and Let Your Yoga Dance, Paul guides his students into a place of transformation and healing. According to his website griefyoga.com, Paul combines “many

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00:29:01

Is Dying at Home Always the Best Choice?, Heartbeat...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/03/27

We’re talking about dying today - no surprise there. But what’s the best place to die? Hospice professionals will tell you that a “good death” doesn’t occur in the hospital. If the hospice interdisciplinary team doesn’t consider where the patient would like to die, it’s not really respecting the rights of the patient. Those rights, in the form of end of life wishes, form the foundation for every hospice plan of care. Seriously ill people can feel strongly about whether dying at home, in their

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00:22:56

How to Improve the Quality of Your Care Through...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/03/20

Even the most skilled and experienced practitioners can find areas where improvements can be made. Finding someone who can provide objective observation and constructive feedback can be a great way to increase the quality of the care you provide. There are frequent changes to regulations and evidence-based best practices, which means there’s always something to learn. Coaching and mentoring those who are starting in the end of life industry helps to create a dedicated, skilled workforce who

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01:02:40

What You Need to Know About Do Not Resuscitate...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/03/15

A Do Not Resuscitate order is one of the most confusing and misunderstood parts of end of life care. What do you need to know about DNR orders if you’re a hospice patient, or a family member who makes decisions for a loved one? Jerry and Helen do some “myth busting” about what CPR is really like, and how successful it is likely to be when used on a terminally ill patient. What we see on TV and movies doesn’t accurately depict what resuscitative procedures look like. The best practice is to

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00:11:27

Helen and Jerry Recommend Helen Haddick's Blog,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/03/13

Our hospice colleague Helen Haddick has a unique blog. Helen shares incredibly transparent and sometimes heart-wrenching stories about her experiences as a hospice nurse. Coming from a background of critical care, Helen has connected with end of life care in a deep way. Her honesty is moving, and her dedication to both patients and families is palpable in her writing. It’s easy to conjure up vivid images of the work of a hospice nurse as you share hospice work through Helen’s eyes. You can

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00:10:57

Extra Advance Care Planning Resources from Honoring...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/03/06

We’re excited to connect you with Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest as another resource for advance care planning materials and information. According to the Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest website,“Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest is a joint initiative between the Washington State Hospital Association and Washington State Medical Association. We inspire conversations about the care people want at the end of life. This comprehensive initiative uses a variety of approaches, such as an

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00:10:09

Helen and Jerry Recommend Funeralwise as a Funeral...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/02/28

We’re excited to connect you with Funeralwise. It’s a great place to find information about cremation, how different faiths view cremation. You can find their colorful and informative infographics at funeralwise.com. Their mission is expressed beautifully on the funeralwise home page - “Prepare. Celebrate. Remember...We are here to help you prepare wisely and celebrate uniquely. Because every life deserves to be remembered.” The “Wise Guys”, as they call themselves, discuss everything

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00:26:07

25th Anniversary of Death With Dignity Laws in the...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/02/21

The choice to die with dignity on your own terms is an intensely personal decision. There are now 9 states in the U.S. that have Death with Dignity laws in place. Death with Dignity laws enable terminally ill persons to make choices about how and when they die. If you’re a hospice and palliative care professional, you should know about these laws. You don’t have to endorse these laws, or condemn them, but you should be knowledgeable about the laws that would affect the patients in your state

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01:32:34

An Encore Presentation with Ellen Goodman of The...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/02/15

Some experiences are worth repeating. Our interview with Pulitzer prize-winning author Ellen Goodman was one of our brightest moments, and we’re excited to share it with you in an encore presentation. Ellen is a co-founder and director of The Conversation Project, an organization whose mission centers around helping people to voice their wishes for care at the end of life. They know that having discussions about death and dying can help to ensure respectful, appropriate care when serious

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00:18:04

Helen and Jerry Recommend the Meditative Story...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2020/02/14

It’s easy to find a calming moment inside the day when you listen to the Meditative Story podcast. It’s a weekly podcast that “blends intimate first-person stories with mindfulness prompts, enveloped in beautiful music composition”. As the narrators of the stories share their moments of insight, the incredible music flows around you like a silky warm wind. You can create an interval in your day that refreshes and refocuses your mind. Meditative Story is much more than just an audio

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