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PODCAST

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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All Episodes

01:25:39

A Hospice Journey with Jennifer Kennedy of NHPCO,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/11/15

Meet Dr. Jennifer Kennedy, Senior Director of Regulatory and Quality for the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization! Jennifer sat down with Helen and Jerry to share her hospice journey, and talk about what we’re doing right in end of life care. According to her bio on the NHPCO website, Jennifer has “more than 30 years of diverse healthcare experience with consistently increasing responsibilities in management, education program development, program operation, staff development,

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00:29:32

We Should Change the Conversation About Hospice,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/11/08

“If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” That old saying can be applied to hospice care. The Heart of Hospice is out to change the way healthcare professionals talk about end of life care. The outdated urban myths about hospice are only perpetuated by the thoughtless things we say. This week’s Heartbeat episode has us talking about the best ways to talk to families and patients about the type of care that interdisciplinary teams provide. Jerry and Helen talk about all the

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01:19:48

Talking All Things Hospice with Judi Lund Person of...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/11/01

To kick off National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, we’re talking with Judi Lund Person, BA, MBH, CHC, NHPCO’s Vice President, Regulatory and Compliance. Judi is the voice of NHPCO and hospice providers across the U.S. in discussions with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. According to the NHPCO website, Judi “develops updated tools for hospice providers, including guides to hospice payment rates and wage index values. She works daily with hospice providers and state hospice

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00:11:44

How to Celebrate and Promote National Hospice and...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/10/25

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and we’re celebrating the care that hospice and palliative care programs all over the country provide. This year’s theme is “My Hospice: A Program that Works. A Benefit that Matters.” Helen and Jerry take some time on this week’s Heartbeat to share some gratitude for the work that hospice teams do. Taking a team approach to the care of our patients is one of the things that makes end of life and palliative care programs work so well

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00:26:22

How to Have Fun and Meaningful Conversations with The...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/10/18

Don’t let the name fool you. The Death Deck game is really fun! Irreverent, thought provoking, and funny - the discussion prompts and questions of the Death Deck card game help make those awkward conversations about death and dying so much easier. The hosts of The Heart of Hospice talk about using the game with a partner or with a group, employing humor and imagination to discuss a topic that makes a lot of people uncomfortable. Listen as Helen and Jerry talk about their own personal views

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01:28:11

The Sixth Stage of Grief: A Conversation with Grief...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/10/15

The Heart of Hospice was honored to sit down and chat with David Kessler about his work in grief and healing, his personal grief experiences, and his new book Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief. According to his website grief.com, David “is one of the world’s foremost experts on healing and loss. His experience with people on the edge of life and death has taught him the secrets to living a happy and fulfilled life - even after life’s tragedies. He is the author of five bestselling

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00:45:28

How to Make Your Day Better with Morning and Evening...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/10/04

How you start and end your day makes a difference in how you feel. Healthy Self Care routines can give you a boost when you get going and help you to disconnect to have a good night. Jerry shares some of his healthiest habits that form his morning routines - listening to podcasts and drinking a big glass of water. Helen has her own routines that help her to disconnect at night and get to bed on time. What routines and rituals do you have as part of your Self Care to keep you healthy? Find

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01:43:12

Let's Talk About Death Over Dinner with Michael Hebb,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/10/01

Jerry and Helen are excited to share their interview with Michael Hebb, the author of "Let’s Have Dinner and Talk About Death”, and the founder of Death Over Dinner. According to the Death Over Dinner website, Michael “ has been staging convivial gatherings and redefining hospitality/tablemaking since 1997; co-founding the City Repair project with Mark Lakeman; and co-founding family supper, ripe, clarklewis, and the Gotham Bldg Tavern in Portland OR with Naomi Pomeroy. His expansive

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00:31:23

Conquer Travel Fatigue with These Self Care Ideas,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/09/27

Working from the road carries its own kind of fatigue that requires some well-designed Self Care. When you’re moving from patient to patient, or from office to office, you need activities for mind, body, and spirit. Look for Self Care ideas that can help you debrief and decompress - listen to a podcast, take some deep breaths, or put on a playlist of your favorite songs. If you need a good cry, find those sad songs and let your emotions flow! You can even record your own guided meditation to

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00:36:43

Improve Your Self Care with Accountability Partner...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/09/20

Having an accountability partner can really boost your Self Care. Whether it’s for mind, body, or spirit Self Care, your accountability partner is a source of encouragement and inspiration. But when your Self Care gets stale and you feel like you need a change, maybe it’s time for a challenge. How about challenging each other to try a new activity, to up the pace of your workouts, or to try a new form of Self Care? If your enthusiasm is low and you feel like skipping out on an activity that

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00:19:59

Review of HBO Documentary "Alternate Endings",...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/09/13

A new documentary from HBO is a way to gain insight into how Americans handle deaths. According to the HBO website, the film was “Directed and produced by Perri Peltz and Matthew O’Neill (HBO’s Axios), "Alternate Endings: Six New Ways to Die in America" offers a fascinating look at the varied ways Americans are choosing to both find meaning and celebrate life as it comes to an end. As the baby boomer generation approaches death, more and more people are rethinking the ways end of life is

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00:19:12

An Overview of Death With Dignity Laws, Heartbeat,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/09/06

There are currently 9 states in the U.S. that have Death with Dignity laws in place. Designed to allow self determination in death and prevent suffering, these laws can be controversial. In this week’s Heartbeat from The Heart of Hospice, Helen and Jerry discuss the purpose of these laws and where to find out about the laws in your state. It’s important that end of life professionals are aware of whether the state in which they practice has a Death with Dignity law, and should be prepared to

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00:19:19

What You Need to Know About the FY2020 Final Rule,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/30

Hospice billing can be a complicated process to tackle, and just when you figure it out, things change. CMS recently released the Final Rules for Fiscal Year 2020. It features some rebasing of payment for the various hospice levels of care. The reimbursement for Routine Home Care is going down, while the payments for General Inpatient Care and Continuous Care will have a slight increase. If you’re a hospice professional, you should have the most up-to-date information about the hospice

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00:30:50

How to Provide Self Care for Your Team, Heartbeat,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/23

Hospice administrators and managers are faced with the unique job of providing self care for hospice teams. Multiple or difficult deaths, personal losses, and the daily wear and tear of a hospice workday creates a need for self care of the team. Jerry and Helen discuss ways that team leaders can support and sustain healthy interdisciplinary teams that continue to provide excellent care in the long term. Providing for the self care needs of the team can influence the quality of care in a good

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01:50:17

Improving Your Care Through Contemplative Practices,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/15

Jonathan Prescott has made it his life’s work to teach patients, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone who seeks to learn about contemplative practices. A Board Certified Chaplain, Clinical Chaplain, Pastoral Counselor, and an ordained student of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, Jon’s work supports those who are seriously ill and nearing end of life. In his interview with Jerry and Helen, Jon shares some personal rituals he uses in his contemplative life to find deep joy and connection with others.

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00:23:37

Are You Self-Aware About Your Self Care?, Heartbeat,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/09

Part of practicing healthy self care is being self aware. Jerry and Helen do a self care check-in, sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of their self care habits. Even the strongest self care habits can get off track. Keeping your mind, body, and spirit in balance can be challenging. Maybe it’s time to take a good look at the current status of your self care regimen. Do a Self Care Check-In along with the hosts of The Heart of Hospice. How self aware are you when it comes to your self

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00:14:56

The Heart of Hospice Celebrates Another Milestone,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/02

We’re celebrating the start of Year 4 of The Heart of Hospice podcast! All our wonderful guests, countless bloopers, a few tears with tons of laughter, and amazing connections with end of life professionals - we’re so grateful for all of it. You can celebrate this milestone with us by sharing the podcast and website with someone who can benefit from information about end of life care. Thank you for sharing our hospice journeys over the last 3 years and get ready for more great moments in Year

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01:28:38

Freddie Fuller Sings for People with Terminal...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/08/01

Fred Fuller will tell you that he gets more than he gives in his work with terminally ill patients. Fred is one of a talented group of musicians who work with the non-profit organization Swan Songs to provide concerts for the dying in the Texas hill country. Fred shares his story with Jerry and Helen, as well as some of his beautiful music. Known as the “Singing Cowboy”, Fred has been present for some intensely moving moments with those he serves. Learn more about Fred’s story and his music

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00:20:35

Recognizing the Value of a Chaplaincy Taxonomy,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/07/19

Hospice professionals are always looking for better ways to standardize documentation. It’s vital that each discipline have reliable resources to support and improve their documentation. The Spiritual Care Association, an affiliate of the Healthcare Chaplaincy Network, has created a chaplaincy taxonomy that’s available as a free download from their website. It’s a great tool for spiritual care documentation that will enable agencies to measure how chaplain interventions contribute to improved

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01:59:47

Fulfilling Musical Last Wishes with Christine Albert,...

The Heart of Hospice Podcast ·

2019/07/15

Music has a special place in the hearts of patients with a terminal illness. The musicians at Swan Songs create unforgettable memories for those patients and their families by offering private concerts featuring the patients’ favorite music genres. Founder Christine Albert shares the journey that brought her to start Swan Songs in central Texas. This non-profit organization is powered by professional musicians who share their time and talents with people nearing the end of life. You can find

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