Podcasts about Hospice

EVEN MORE about this episode!What really happens in the final days and hours before we die? And why do so many dying people report seeing deceased loved ones and pets as death approaches?Julie Ryan sits down with certified End of Life Doula and death literacy educator Claire O'Berry for a revealing conversation about what families can expect as someone approaches the end of life—and why understanding the dying process may replace some of our deepest fears with greater peace.Claire walks Julie through her practical two-weeks-out, two-days-out, and two-hours-out framework, explaining the physical and emotional changes that can occur as the body begins its natural dying process. They explore what happens during the final hours, why dying may look very different from what families expect, and how knowing the signs can help loved ones feel less frightened and more prepared.They also dive into some of the most mysterious experiences surrounding death: terminal lucidity, the “death rally,” end-of-life visions, near-death experiences, and reports of dying people seeing deceased family members and beloved pets. Julie and Claire discuss research into these experiences and what they may suggest about consciousness, fear of death, and the possibility that we're not alone as we make the transition.Claire also explains what families often misunderstand about hospice and palliative care, when to begin preparing for the end of life, and why talking about death doesn't have to be frightening or morbid—it can help us live more intentionally while we're still here.Whether someone you love is approaching the end of life, you've witnessed something unexplained at a deathbed, or you've simply wondered what you might experience during your own final moments, this conversation offers a fascinating and reassuring look at one of life's greatest mysteries.Guest Biography:Claire O'Berry is a certified End of Life Doula, death literacy educator, international speaker, and host of the Dying Your Way podcast. Her journey into end-of-life care began in 2005, when she became the primary caregiver for both of her parents during the final six years of their lives, ultimately helping each of them experience a peaceful death at home surrounded by family and friends. Inspired to help others navigate this profound stage of life with greater knowledge and confidence, Claire pursued formal end-of-life training with pioneers Deanna Cochran, Suzanne O'Brien, and Patty Burgess. Today, she teaches individuals and families how to prepare for the end-of-life journey and hosts conversations with experts and individuals sharing personal experiences with death and dying. Claire holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and a B.S.Ed. from the University of North Texas, and is an Advance Care Planning Educator (ACPE), Certified End of Life Doula (CEOLD), and member of the National End of Life Doula Alliance (NEDA).Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) Meet End-of-Life Doula Claire O'Berry(0:02:19) What Really Happens in the Final Moments of Life?(0:04:51) Why Understanding Death Can Remove the Fear(0:14:47) Claire's Near-Death Experiences(0:21:46) Why Are We So Afraid to Die?(0:25:15) Do You Need to Believe in Spirit to See the Other Side?(0:31:52) Why Families Wait Too Long for Hospice(0:38:34) The Physical Signs That Death Is Near(0:56:42) What to Say to Someone Who Is Dying(1:03:00) The Death Rally: Why People Suddenly Get Better(1:05:15) What the Dying See Before Death(1:07:41) How Claire Became an End-of-Life Doula(1:13:13) If Death Is a Transition, Why Are We Here?➡️ Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️ Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️ Ask Julie a Question!

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, Coming up, an Anne Arundel County Police sergeant is suspended without pay after serious charges involving a juvenile; police release body-camera video from a May officer-involved shooting in Severn; a new county program offers financial help and scholarships to families impacted by fatal opioid overdoses; Annapolis wants to hear directly from local business owners; and celebrity chef Jet Tila brings a new menu to Live! Casino. Those stories and more are coming up on the Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief. Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today, we're talking about a quick-thinking response to a fire call at ZIPS Cleaners, a new chapter for 49 West on West Street, Paul Reed Smith's upcoming induction into Guitar Center's Rockwalk, and Watermark's new Harbor Queen mascot, Queenie, celebrating one of Annapolis' most familiar boats. All that and more on today's DNB! DAILY NEWS EMAIL LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Ann Covington from CovingtonAlsina is also here with her Monday Money Report! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today, we're talking about a $105.8 million redevelopment plan for Robinwood, a re-release of our Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Annapolis podcast following Dolly's death, Patti Smith bringing a rare Annapolis performance to Maryland Hall, and Maryland Hall's BloomHaven summer concert series only has a few dates left. Have a listen! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

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Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, a Glen Burnie carjacking and a fatal scooter crash in Curtis Bay, a court ruling that temporarily blocks Maryland's redistricting ballot question, the return of Anne Arundel County River Days, and a new Chesapeake Arts Center exhibit from longtime Capital Gazette photographer Paul W. Gillespie. Have a listen. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is back with his Annapolis Makerspace Maker Minute! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Join LaTangela as she chats with Kim Smith on the #TanLine Millions of Americans are caring for loved ones with serious illnesses. As Bereavement Coordinator and Spiritual Caregiver for Heart of Hospice in Gretna, she has a simple message of hope: Understanding anticipatory grief can help families feel supported and better prepared for the difficult journey ahead. Watch full episode HERE Chime in: www.LaTangela.com RADIO - WEMX- Baton Rouge, La. Mon-Fri 10a.m.-3p.m.CST KTCX - Beaumont, Tx. Mon-Fri 3-8 CST KMEZ - New Orleans, La. Mon-Fri 7p.m. - mid WEMX Sundays 6a.m. KSMB Sundays 6a.m WWO - YouTube - #LaTangelaFay Podcast - ALL digital platforms - #iTunes #Spotify #WEMX www.LaTangela.com www.TanTune.com www.TanCares.org Special Thank You - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorney - Official Partner #GordonGives #TanCares #225BulletinBoard TanTune POOF4 POWER OVER OBSTACLES FOREVER GT Legacy Auto The Fiery Crab Hair Queen Beauty Super CenterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, This morning, we're covering the final determination in the deadly Cape St. Claire home explosion, a string of police incidents including airbag thefts and several shootings, the Maryland Renaissance Festival's 50th season in Crownsville, and the return of MD Corn Maze in Gambrills with an eight-acre toy-themed maze and enough fall activities to keep the kids busy—and maybe wear them out before you get home. Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

The Enlightened Family Business Podcast Ep. 167: The One Plan Every Family Is Missing with Libby Boatwright   In this episode of the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker sits down with Libby Boatwright — certified financial planner, former Stanford Medical Center chaplain, pastor, and author of The Last Things We Talk About — for a candid, deeply practical conversation about the one plan most families never make: an end-of-life plan. Drawing on decades of experience in palliative care, hospice work, financial planning, and pastoral ministry, Libby walks through the full spectrum of what families need to navigate when a loved one faces a serious diagnosis or decline — and why waiting until the last minute makes everything harder and more costly. Chris and Libby explore the critical difference between palliative care and hospice, how hospitals really operate and what they won't tell you, why your advanced directive is your most important legal document, the caregiving crisis quietly bankrupting American families, how to be an effective patient advocate inside a system not designed to help you, and what it actually looks like to help a loved one die well. Chris also shares his own firsthand experience navigating hospice for both parents — including a powerful story about standing up to a hospital trying to redirect his mother's care. This is a conversation every family should hear before they need it. Episode Chapters ·       2:22   Meet Libby Boatwright ·       4:31   What End-of-Life Planning Actually Covers ·       7:29   When the Diagnosis Arrives: Legacy, Bucket Lists, and Getting the House in Order ·       10:00  The Circles of Support — Who Will Be There When It Matters? ·       12:44  How to Start the Conversation When Families Don't Want To ·       15:00  The Advanced Directive, HIPAA, and the POLST — The Three Essential Documents ·       18:32  The Caregiving Crisis: Costs, Burnout, and Family Conflict ·       23:36  Alzheimer's, Memory Care, and What It Actually Costs ·       26:17  Protecting Assets: Trusts, Look-Back Periods, and Planning Ahead ·       28:13  Navigating the Hospital System: Case Managers, Patient Advocates, and How to Fight for Your Loved One ·       35:00  Palliative Care: What It Is, When to Use It, and Why Most People Don't Know ·       38:09  Hospice: Medicare's Gift at the End of Life ·       41:18  Chris's Story: Standing Up to the Hospital ·       46:59  About the Book: The Last Things We Talk About ·       50:16  Resources and Farewell   Websites ·       elizabethboatwright.com ·       chrisyonker.com   Book ·       The Last Things We Talk About: Your Guide to End of Life Transitions by Elizabeth Boatwright (Bull Publishing, 2021) — available on Amazon   About Libby Boatwright Rev. Dr. Elizabeth "Libby" Boatwright, BCC-PCHAC, CFP, is a chaplain, pastor, certified financial planner, and author who has spent over 30 years counseling families on end-of-life issues, loss, grief, estate planning, and the emotional and spiritual dimensions of dying. She served as a Relief Chaplain in Oncology Outpatient Palliative Care Medicine at Stanford Health Care, where she worked alongside hundreds of patients and families navigating serious illness and end-of-life transitions. In her book The Last Things We Talk About: Your Guide to End of Life Transitions (Bull Publishing, 2021), Libby offers a practical framework for creating what she calls the "white book" — a simple binder or flash drive of all the materials a family will need when a loved one passes — helping heirs avoid what she calls "the treasure hunt" of lost documents and unspoken wishes. Libby has lectured at universities, colleges, and medical institutions, led seminars at national conventions, faith communities, parenting groups, senior fellowships, and estate planning forums. She has published in Cancer.net, Morningstar, CSA Journal, and Barron's, and has been featured in newspapers across the country. She has also appeared on ABC Nightly News and hosted her own radio show, The Fiscal Therapist, on KAIM. Libby holds Master's degrees from UC Berkeley, San Francisco State University, and Fuller Seminary, a Doctor of Ministry in Semiotics and Future Studies from George Fox University, and holds certifications as a Certified Financial Planner and Board Certified Chaplain with Advanced Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care. She lives in Northern California.

Give us about fifteen minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  School is back, Annapolis has a new speed camera, CRAB's longtime leader is preparing to retire, and a Profs & Pints lecture is digging into license plate readers and privacy. It is a packed local lineup touching traffic, safety, boating, technology, and just enough surveillance anxiety to make you check your rearview mirror. All that and more on today's DNB! DAILY NEWS EMAIL LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Ann Covington from CovingtonAlsina is also here with her Monday Money Report! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Redundancies and short hours at Hospice, ex-MHK wants Manx NHS to remain, possible tax threat from UK Labour government, the true cost of Manx Care's waiting lists, snobbery against trades, free parking at Nobles & new taxi app introduced. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint - Monday 24th August 2026

198 Hospice Explained: Eric Horwith on End-of-Life Planning and Navigating Grief Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Eric Horwith, a social worker and UPMC regional director of business development who focuses on improving timely access to hospice, palliative care, and home health services and teaches at the University of Pittsburgh. Eric shares how his father's unexpected death forced urgent end-of-life decisions without advance planning, reinforcing the need for earlier conversations and legal documents. He describes his mother's peaceful death at 83 and his subsequent intense grief, which led him to write the Amazon-available guide, "Grief Exists Because Love Persists: Navigating Life After Loss," emphasizing grief as individualized and something to move through while honoring a loved one's legacy. Eric outlines his university course covering hospice, palliative care, organ donation, autopsy, cultural considerations, and advance care planning. He advises researching hospice providers, noting hospice is a benefit regardless of ability to pay and highlighting publicly reported quality metrics. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:41 Meet Eric Horwith 02:33 Eric's Story and Calling 04:56 Sudden Loss and Planning Ahead 07:41 Mom's Peaceful Passing 09:23 Why He Wrote the Grief Guide 10:06 Grief Exists Because Love Persists 12:28 Grief Nuggets and Marathon Metaphor 15:37 Honoring Barbara's Legacy 16:42 Teaching Death and Dying 24:07 Hospice Access for Underserved 28:13 Final Takeaways and Goodbye If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, we have important new information on the deadly Cape St. Claire home explosion, including the identity of the woman killed and an update on the propane investigation. Annapolis Police make a major drug and gun seizure on Madison Street, City Dock construction fencing becomes a waterfront art gallery, and the Anne Arundel County Fair is getting ready to return — complete with livestock, rides, pig races and, apparently, a roaming T-Rex. Have a llisten! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, a deadly home explosion in Cape St. Claire leaves one woman dead and a man badly burned, and investigators are looking into a propane delivery made shortly beforehand. Anne Arundel County grabs four of the five spots on a ranking of the region's wealthiest ZIP codes, nearly one in five BGE customers is now behind on their bill as another rate hike is proposed, and Annapolis-area students are being asked to weigh in on local substance misuse prevention efforts. Have a listen. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is back with his Annapolis Makerspace Maker Minute! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors... Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, New Village Academy finally cuts the ribbon after an improbable nine-month sprint from groundbreaking to opening day; three people are stabbed in Glen Burnie and a man is facing attempted murder charges; Annapolis residents and businesses join forces to push for parking reform just as City Hall schedules its own business listening session; and the Annapolis Boat Shows are coming back to City Dock this fall with a new construction-friendly layout. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, This morning, we're covering a string of public safety incidents across Anne Arundel County and Annapolis, the confirmed details after a Luminis Health lockdown and a reminder not to trust every social media rumor, a new local news partnership between WNAV and Eye On Annapolis, and an Annapolis High graduate making her big-screen debut in a film now playing nationwide. Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Two more Annapolis businesses are saying goodbye, Anne Arundel fire stations have a new tool to reunite lost pets with their owners, WNAV is bringing Washington Commanders football to local radio, and I'll tell you what I thought of my first dinner at Marmo — including a very expensive reminder that downtown parking can sometimes feel like ordering another entrée.   All that and more on today's DNB! DAILY NEWS EMAIL LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Ann Covington from CovingtonAlsina is also here with her Monday Money Report! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

MESSE en direct de lʹhospice du Grand-Saint-Bernard (VS) Présidence et prédication : Chanoine François Lamon Chorale : La Cécilia de Savièse Direction musicale et orgue : José Michellod Présentation : Fabien Hünenberger

In this episode of Talk Law Radio, host Todd Marquardt tackles two crucial aspects of long-term planning: securing your financial future and understanding end-of-life care. First, Joseph Warren from Financial Planning HQ breaks down the most common financial mistakes people make during retirement—from relying on vague plans and disjointed advice to neglecting estate and beneficiary updates. Then, Taylor Richard, Area Vice President of Sales for Heart to Heart Hospice, joins the show to clear up widespread misconceptions about hospice care. Together, they explore how hospice provides supportive, comfortable care wherever a patient calls home, the importance of Texas out-of-hospital DNRs, and how intentional time with loved ones forms the ultimate family legacy. Key Takeaways Define Your Financial "Why": A successful retirement plan isn't just about market returns; it starts with identifying your personal values, goals, and legacy before looking at the numbers. Avoid Disjointed Advice: Relying on scattered financial tips or uncoordinated professionals can lead to costly mistakes. Ensure your CPA, financial planner, and attorney align with your primary goals. Keep Beneficiaries Up to Date: Outdated beneficiary designations override your estate plan and can result in assets going to the wrong people. Hospice is About Quality of Life: Entering hospice doesn't mean "giving up hope" or hastening death; it shifts the focus to supportive comfort care tailored to a patient's personal goals. Hospice Comes to You: Care is provided wherever the patient resides (home, senior living, or specialized facilities) and is fully covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance. Understand End-of-Life Documents: In Texas, an in-hospital DNR is distinct from an Out-of-Hospital DNR, and both differ from a Directive to Physicians. Having the correct, signed forms ensures your medical wishes are honored. -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.net If you found this episode valuable, please Subscribe and hit the Notification Bell on YouTube. Sharing this podcast with other parents, grandparents, and caregivers helps raise vital awareness to protect the children in our communitiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

End-of-life doulas are becoming an increasingly common part of how Americans approach death, helping people to navigate the dying process outside of traditional medical care. Alexandra Schwartz, staff writer at The New Yorker and co-host of the Critics at Large podcast, talks about the rise of death doulas, what they actually do, and why more people are rethinking how they want to die. And Virginia Chang, Ph.D., end-of-life doula and author of Preparing For End of Life For Dummies (Wiley 2026), talks about her approach to her work. Photo: Pauline Ramsey is on hospice care through Heartland Hospice. She has pancreatic cancer. Her nurse is Carly Bond and her aide is Nadege Filsaime. (Susan L. Angstadt via MediaNews Group/Reading Eagle & Getty Images) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  On today's DNB, a woman is found dead at an Annapolis home previously searched in a major explosives investigation; Annapolis firefighters take two local political battles to the national stage and secure censures against Anne Colt Leitess and Rob Savidge; a fire at a BWI parking garage sends one person to the burn center; and local teens are being asked to help shape future substance misuse prevention efforts. Have a listen. DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, Annapolis Police are investigating a reported sexual assault downtown, a Crofton woman has been sentenced in two theft schemes totaling more than $185,000, Fitzgerald Mazda and WRNR are giving away 200 backpacks to local students, and Killarney House is getting ready to celebrate 25 years in Davidsonville with a month of food, music, fundraisers, and Irish craic. Have a listen. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is back with his Annapolis Makerspace Maker Minute! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors... Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake.  This morning on the DNB, we're talking about a stabbing arrest in Annapolis, a rabies warning in Pasadena, Maryland's record-breaking and deadly heat season, the newly announced Naptown Philharmonic season, and everything you need to know before the Anne Arundel County Fair returns to Crownsville in September. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Including a guided meditation, RamDev offers practical steps to deal with the chaos of the world in a mindful, nonresistant way. This time on Healing at the Edge, RamDev outlines:Mindful stress and improving our well-being Finding a sense of presence while the world appears to be crumbling around usWorking with collective trauma through embodied mindfulnessBeing with what is going on right now without resistanceFeeling an emotion without wondering why we are experiencing itDropping into meditation, creating a revolution of the heartAbout RamDev Dale Borglum:RamDev Dale Borglum founded and directed the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the first residential facility in the United States to support conscious dying. He has been the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project in Santa Fe and, since 1986, in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the co-author with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman, and Dwarka Bonner of Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook, Bantam Books, and has taught meditation since 1974.RamDev offers lectures and workshops on meditation, healing, spiritual support for those with life-threatening illness, and caregiving as spiritual practice. He has a doctoral degree from Stanford University. RamDev's passion is the healing of our individual and collective fear of death so that we may be free.Learn more about RamDev's work via the Living/Dying Project and follow him on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok."How can we deal with all these things going on that seem to be out of control and yet find a sense of presence and calmness in this crumbling world?” –RamDevSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailWhat if one of the biggest untapped opportunities for hospice growth, access, and community impact is a partnership most healthcare leaders aren't even considering?In Part One of The Healthcare Partnership Nobody Is Talking About: Hospice + FQHCs, Chris Comeaux sits down with Kyle Ahlenstorf, CEO of Infinity Health, to explore the powerful potential of partnerships between hospice and palliative care organizations and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs).FQHCs are built around access, equity, and serving communities where barriers to healthcare are often greatest.  Kyle explains how these community health centers work, how they're reimbursed, the populations they serve, and why their mission has so much in common with hospice and palliative care. The conversation also explores integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services—and how FQHCs can function as an important hub for coordinated, patient-centered care. For hospice leaders, the opportunity goes far beyond generating another referral. Kyle and Chris discuss how trusted relationships, provider education, care coordination, and warm handoffs can create a stronger continuum of care for people facing serious illness.  Kyle also offers a highly practical starting point: find out who manages referrals at your local FQHC and begin building the relationship there. In this episode, you'll discover:What an FQHC is and why it matters to the healthcare safety netWhy hospice and FQHC missions may be more closely aligned than leaders realizeHow FQHC reimbursement and payer mix workHow FQHCs integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy servicesWhy care coordination and warm handoffs matter for serious illnessCommon misconceptions hospice leaders may have about FQHC patientsHow hospice organizations can begin building relationships with local FQHCsWhy behavioral health may represent another major area for collaborationIf you lead a hospice, palliative care organization, FQHC, community health center, nonprofit, or rural healthcare organization, this is a conversation worth bringing back to your leadership team.

What if one of the biggest untapped opportunities for hospice growth, access, and community impact is a partnership most healthcare leaders aren't even considering?In Part One of The Healthcare Partnership Nobody Is Talking About: Hospice + FQHCs, Chris Comeaux sits down with Kyle Ahlenstorf, CEO of Infinity Health, to explore the powerful potential of partnerships between hospice and palliative care organizations and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs).FQHCs are built around access, equity, and serving communities where barriers to healthcare are often greatest.  Kyle explains how these community health centers work, how they're reimbursed, the populations they serve, and why their mission has so much in common with hospice and palliative care.  The conversation also explores integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services—and how FQHCs can function as an important hub for coordinated, patient-centered care.  For hospice leaders, the opportunity goes far beyond generating another referral. Kyle and Chris discuss how trusted relationships, provider education, care coordination, and warm handoffs can create a stronger continuum of care for people facing serious illness.  Kyle also offers a highly practical starting point: find out who manages referrals at your local FQHC and begin building the relationship there.  In this episode, you'll discover:What an FQHC is and why it matters to the healthcare safety netWhy hospice and FQHC missions may be more closely aligned than leaders realizeHow FQHC reimbursement and payer mix workHow FQHCs integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy servicesWhy care coordination and warm handoffs matter for serious illnessCommon misconceptions hospice leaders may have about FQHC patientsHow hospice organizations can begin building relationships with local FQHCsWhy behavioral health may represent another major area for collaborationIf you lead a hospice, palliative care organization, FQHC, community health center, nonprofit, or rural healthcare organization, this is a conversation worth bringing back to your leadership team.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, Today, we're talking about a big summer boost for the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, Maryland's Tax-Free Week for back-to-school shopping, Navy football getting back on the field with major preseason attention, strong starts for other Navy teams, and Summer Restaurant Week returning to Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland. All that and more on today's DNB! Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

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Give us about fifteen minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Annapolis speed cameras are about to go 24/7, there's progress in the City Dock flooding battle, but Storm Brothers says the financial pain remains, Navy football is embracing some lofty expectations as Fan Fest kicks off the season, and a talented young violin ensemble from Estonia is bringing two free concerts to Anne Arundel County.  All that and more on today's DNB! DAILY NEWS EMAIL LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Ann Covington from CovingtonAlsina is also here with her Monday Money Report! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

We welcome Christina Knowlte from Good Shepherd Home Care and Hospice to share what makes Festival of Wines such a fun night and such an important fundraiser. We also talk about the real-world impact of local hospice care, veteran recognition, grief support, and ways to volunteer.• festival details at the K-State Alumni Center with cocktail hour and a five-course wine pairing dinner • winery guest and wine education from founding sponsor Standard Beverage Corporation • live auction highlights including trips, memorabilia, and the crowd-filled grab bag purse tradition • online silent auction running the week before the event for anyone who cannot attend • Good Shepherd's role as the only local nonprofit provider of hospice, palliative, home health, and home care services • hospice house misconceptions and what families experience when they walk through the doors • veteran pinning ceremonies and why they matter at end of life • free weekly grief support group open to the public every Wednesday at noon • volunteer opportunities and upcoming hospice volunteer training in October August 29th, Festival of Wines, goodshepherdh.org.GMCFCFAs

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  On today's DNB, police investigate an armed robbery of a pizza delivery driver; Cunningham Falls closes more water access after a second rabid beaver attack; Hello Kitty rolls into Annapolis; Maryland's Tax-Free Week returns; and we preview the Rotary Crab Feast and Navy Fan Fest. Have a listen. DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the biggest breakthrough in hospice care isn't a new technology—but a better way of focusing on what matters most?In Part Two of this special conversation, host Chris Comeaux continues his discussion with Kelly McCutcheon Adams and Margherita Labson about how the Four M's Framework—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—is transforming hospice and palliative care into a more reliable, person-centered model. Together, they explore why exceptional hospice care goes far beyond symptom management to preserve dignity, independence, emotional well-being, and meaningful moments for patients and families. The conversation dives into practical questions every hospice leader and clinician should be asking:How can we better address delirium, depression, and cognition at the end of life?Why should mobility be viewed as preserving independence instead of simply preventing falls?Is it time to add a fifth "M" to the framework?What would healthcare look like if every decision truly began with what matters most?Kelly and Margherita also paint a compelling vision for the future of hospice—one where earlier conversations, better continuity of care, and reliable systems lead to fewer late hospice admissions, better patient experiences, and stronger healthcare organizations. Their message to leaders is both practical and inspiring: hospice is not something to apologize for—it's one of healthcare's greatest expressions of compassion. Whether you're a hospice executive, palliative care professional, healthcare leader, clinician, nonprofit executive, or someone passionate about improving the patient experience, this episode offers actionable insights that can reshape the way you think about quality care.In This Episode:✅ Why Mentation deserves greater attention in hospice care✅ Looking beyond fall prevention to meaningful Mobility✅ The debate over adding a Fifth M to Age-Friendly Care✅ Why earlier hospice conversations improve patient outcomes✅ Practical leadership advice for creating reliable, person-centered care systems✅ Resources available through the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Guest: Kelly McCutcheon Adams, Senior Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Margherita Labson, President and CEO, MCLabson Consultation and Education ServicesHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipLearn More➡️ Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI): https://www.ihi.org➡️ Learn more about Teleios Collaborative Network: https://www.teleioscn.org

What if the biggest breakthrough in hospice care isn't a new technology—but a better way of focusing on what matters most?In Part Two of this special conversation, host Chris Comeaux continues his discussion with Kelly McCutcheon Adams and Margherita Labson about how the Four M's Framework—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—is transforming hospice and palliative care into a more reliable, person-centered model. Together, they explore why exceptional hospice care goes far beyond symptom management to preserve dignity, independence, emotional well-being, and meaningful moments for patients and families. The conversation dives into practical questions every hospice leader and clinician should be asking:How can we better address delirium, depression, and cognition at the end of life?Why should mobility be viewed as preserving independence instead of simply preventing falls?Is it time to add a fifth "M" to the framework?What would healthcare look like if every decision truly began with what matters most?Kelly and Margherita also paint a compelling vision for the future of hospice—one where earlier conversations, better continuity of care, and reliable systems lead to fewer late hospice admissions, better patient experiences, and stronger healthcare organizations. Their message to leaders is both practical and inspiring: hospice is not something to apologize for—it's one of healthcare's greatest expressions of compassion. Whether you're a hospice executive, palliative care professional, healthcare leader, clinician, nonprofit executive, or someone passionate about improving the patient experience, this episode offers actionable insights that can reshape the way you think about quality care.In This Episode:✅ Why Mentation deserves greater attention in hospice care✅ Looking beyond fall prevention to meaningful Mobility✅ The debate over adding a Fifth M to Age-Friendly Care✅ Why earlier hospice conversations improve patient outcomes✅ Practical leadership advice for creating reliable, person-centered care systems✅ Resources available through the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Guest: Kelly McCutcheon Adams, Senior Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)Margherita Labson, President and CEO, MCLabson Consultation and Education ServicesHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS, author of The Anatomy of LeadershipLearn More➡️ Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI): https://www.ihi.org➡️ Learn more about Teleios Collaborative Network: https://www.teleioscn.org

In today's episode, we are kicking off WAugust, the number TWO Washington Wine Month, with our friend, Lisa Tussing-Hatch with Vehrs. We've known Lisa for years and it's hard to believe she hasn't been a guest on our podcast yet! Lisa is bringing and AMAZING assortment of Washington Wines for us to taste through and we love on all of them! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #WAugust #MerLittle #70IsTheNew30 Wines this episode:2025 Gård Franc Blanc ($21 at area stores)2025 Readers Chenin Blanc ($15 at Pilgrim's Market)Lucius Chillable Mourvédre ($23 at Pilgrim's Market)2021 Upchurch Vineyards Counter Part Red Wine ($46 at Pilgrim's Market)2021 Dunham Cellars Syrah ($40 at area stores)2022 Va Piano Cabernet SauvignonA HUGE thanks to our sponsor: Eternal Wine, J. Bookwalter and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars!Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.*Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVsJ. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000.Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word/s of the Week - Rain ShadowThe geological effect where a high mountain range (the Cascades) blocks rain-bearing weather systems. It leaves Eastern Washington desert-dry (getting just 6–8 inches of rain a year), making precise drip irrigation essential.Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Mentions: Next Level Consulting, Judy Tebow, Kevin Olsonberg, Josh & Lisa Lawrence, Vine & Olive, Matías Kúsulas, Ed Holmes, Rotary on the Rocks, Russell Mann, Nickie Zepedas, King Estate, Daou, Crickets, Northstar, Andrew Latta, Latta Wines, Kind Stranger, Metropolitan Grill, André Mack, Chris Upchurch, DeLille Cellars, Charlie Hoppes, Fidélitas Wines, Long Shadows Vintners, Leonetti Cellars, Woodward Canyon, Quilceda Creek, Figgins Wine, Riedel Stemware, Hospice of North Idaho, Andrea Robinson, M.S., La Condesa, Joanne Dunham, Mike Dunham, Eric Dunham, John Marzden, Steve White, Justin Wiley, Alexandria Nicole Cellars, Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, Angelos Ristorante, CDA Gourmet, Naked Wines, Gary Vaynerchuk, Clearwater Canyon, Koenig, Cinder, Rivaura, Flame & Cork, Jared Burns, Revelry Vintners, Teodora Bernadette Baba, Sam Lange, Kari and Joe Miller, Tecolote Vineyards, Alan Holtzeimer, Silver Bell Winery, Brett Moury and Sara Lane.Check out Episode 254, Wine is Like Music with Keven Olsonberg! Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Negru de Drăgășani, Santa Virdina Vinho Verde, LeEcole No 41 Cabernet Sauvignon, a J. Bookwalter Double Plot Chardonnay and a Duckhorn Chardonnay.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, what Maryland shoppers need to know about Tax-Free Week, why Empire Towers tenants may remain locked out for months, the temporary closing and ownership change at Romilo's, and everything you need to know about Friday's Rotary Crab Feast. Have a listen. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is back with his Annapolis Makerspace Maker Minute! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

A conversation with Dr Jordan Grumet“ We just need enough people to stand up together in one voice and say, ‘How dare you?'”Dr. Jordan Grumet still has hope in American healthcare. He's a hospice physician, author, financial advisor and host of the award-winning Earn & Invest podcast, who first entered medicine to answer a calling to serve others and save lives.Enter: insurance companies, legislation, medical malpractice and managed care - creating a system that's separating doctors from patients, and maximizing profit.It's time for collective action, advocacy, storytelling and outrage. It's time for change.—We spoke about how medicine so often leaves clinicians feeling under-supported and facing burnout, why electronic medical records and profit-driven third parties create division, some proactive steps we can all take to raise our voice, and how narrative medicine and shared storytelling can restore bilateral trust in the system.Follow me on Instagram and Facebook @ericfethkemd and checkout my website at www.EricFethkeMD.com. My brand new book, The Privilege of Caring, is out now on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CP6H6QN4

What does it mean to care for the whole person, body and soul? Dave sits down with nurse, Elizabeth Kauffeld, to discuss the vocation of Catholic healthcare. Together, they explore the sacredness of the end of life, the role of prayer in patient care, and why Catholics have a unique witness to bring to medicine. Whether you're in healthcare or simply seeking a deeper understanding of suffering and mercy, this episode is for you. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors... Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, why a Range Rover on an Eastport sidewalk is not yet the scandal social media wants it to be, the region's highest-rated hospitals, new directors at Leadership Anne Arundel, what to expect at the Annapolis Powerboat Show, and a reminder about free ice cream supporting cleaner Chesapeake Bay waterways. Have a listen. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Death is a topic most of us avoid...until we can't.But what if talking about it early actually gave us more peace, not less? In this episode, Leah sits down with Dr. Susan Abernethy, founder of Mudança Healing, whose path from naturopathic medicine and nonprofit leadership (including Make-A-Wish) led her to become an end-of-life doula.Susan shares how having honest conversations early, especially after a cancer or dementia diagnosis, can ease the pressure of rapid-fire medical decisions, bring clarity to what really matters, and offer real comfort to both patients and the families who love them. We get into the practical side too: the gaps hospice care often leaves behind, the toll caregiving takes on families, and why services like respite matter so much. Susan also walks us through the tools she uses in her workshops—from Death Decks to checklists—to help individuals and organizations get ready for what's ahead, not just legally, but practically and emotionally.This conversation is a gentle reminder: planning for the end isn't morbid. It is an act of care for the people you love.Connect with Susan: www.mudancahealing.comand on Instagram @mudanca_healingResources mentioned in this episode:All There Is with Anderson Cooper https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-there-is-with-anderson-cooper/id1643163707Death, End-of-Life, and Dementia Decks https://thedeathdeck.com/collections/shop-all-decksA Good Death by Margaret Rice https://bookshop.org/a/103670/9781911632146Learn more about end-of-life doulas at https://inelda.org/Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode!Support the showBecome a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon.Check out thecancerpod.com! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books.Buy The Cancer Pod merch! Whether it's a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody.Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media:InstagramBlueskyFacebookLinkedInYouTube

Send us Fan MailHow can hospice and palliative care become more person-centered while also becoming more reliable?In Part One of this Anatomy of Leadership conversation, host Chris Comeaux sits down with Kelly McCutcheon Adams, Senior Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), and Margherita Labson, President and CEO of McLabson Consultation & Education Services, to explore the groundbreaking 4 M's Framework and its growing impact on hospice and palliative care. Originally developed through the Age-Friendly Health Systems Initiative, the 4 M's—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—provide a practical, evidence-based framework for helping healthcare teams consistently deliver individualized care that aligns with each patient's goals while improving reliability across the care continuum. During this conversation, you'll discover:Why the 4 M's are a framework—not another quality measureHow "What Matters" transforms goal-concordant hospice careWhy reliability and individualized care are not mutually exclusiveHow medication decisions should be guided by patient goals—not habitsWhat hospice leaders can learn from the science of quality improvementWhether you're a hospice executive, palliative care clinician, healthcare leader, or quality improvement professional, this episode offers practical insights for building care systems that are both compassionate and consistently excellent. Don't miss Part Two, where we continue the discussion by exploring the remaining 4Ms and practical strategies for implementing this framework within hospice organizations.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:22 Meet Kelly McCutcheon Adams & Margherita Labson04:14 What is the 4Ms Framework?06:58 How IHI is Bringing the 4Ms to Hospice Care09:43 The Mission of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)11:46 Why the 4Ms Work Across Every Care Setting15:17 Framework vs. Traditional Quality Measures17:24 What "What Matters" Really Means in Hospice21:08 Reliable Systems for Individualized Care26:57 Medication Decisions Guided by Patient Goals32:12 Hospice, Opioids, and Changing the Conversation34:37 Coming Up in Part Two

How can hospice and palliative care become more person-centered while also becoming more reliable?In Part One of this Anatomy of Leadership conversation, host Chris Comeaux sits down with Kelly McCutcheon Adams, Senior Director at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), and Margherita Labson, President and CEO of McLabson Consultation & Education Services, to explore the groundbreaking 4 M's Framework and its growing impact on hospice and palliative care. Originally developed through the Age-Friendly Health Systems Initiative, the 4 M's—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—provide a practical, evidence-based framework for helping healthcare teams consistently deliver individualized care that aligns with each patient's goals while improving reliability across the care continuum. During this conversation, you'll discover:Why the 4 M's are a framework—not another quality measureHow "What Matters" transforms goal-concordant hospice careWhy reliability and individualized care are not mutually exclusiveHow medication decisions should be guided by patient goals—not habitsWhat hospice leaders can learn from the science of quality improvementWhether you're a hospice executive, palliative care clinician, healthcare leader, or quality improvement professional, this episode offers practical insights for building care systems that are both compassionate and consistently excellent. Don't miss Part Two, where we continue the discussion by exploring the remaining 4Ms and practical strategies for implementing this framework within hospice organizations.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:22 Meet Kelly McCutcheon Adams & Margherita Labson04:14 What is the 4Ms Framework?06:58 How IHI is Bringing the 4Ms to Hospice Care09:43 The Mission of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)11:46 Why the 4Ms Work Across Every Care Setting15:17 Framework vs. Traditional Quality Measures17:24 What "What Matters" Really Means in Hospice21:08 Reliable Systems for Individualized Care26:57 Medication Decisions Guided by Patient Goals32:12 Hospice, Opioids, and Changing the Conversation34:37 Coming Up in Part Two

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, Today, National Night Out events are planned across Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, a new fare-free bus is connecting Annapolis with New Carrollton, four beaches are under no-swim advisories, Navy football is opening preseason camp with high expectations, and local students are being asked to help shape substance misuse prevention efforts. All that and more on today's DNB! Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes a day, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Police are searching for two men accused of robbing a pedestrian at knifepoint on West Street, Ryan Cassata is set to lead Annapolis Pride, and Watermen's Appreciation Day returns with crabs and competitive boat docking. Plus, Timber Pizza is collecting school supplies with a sweet incentive, and 10,000 free scoops of Moose Tracks could raise $20,000 for cleaner Chesapeake Bay water. All that and more on today's DNB! DAILY NEWS EMAIL LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Ann Covington from CovingtonAlsina is also here with her Monday Money Report! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

For many nurses, retirement marks not the end of a career, but the beginning of a new chapter of service. In this episode, former HPNA CEO Judy Lentz, PhD, RN, reflects on how retirement created an opportunity to reimagine her role in palliative care through volunteer leadership and the development of palliative care ministry within faith communities.  Drawing on decades of experience in clinical practice, education, research, and organizational leadership, Judy explores how retired nurses and other healthcare professionals can continue to improve quality of life by supporting individuals and families living with serious illness. She also discusses the concept of the palliative care doula as one model for companioning individuals and families through serious illness, alongside practical examples of how congregations can become compassionate partners in care by providing spiritual, emotional, and social support that complements the work of interdisciplinary palliative care teams.  The conversation also reflects on the evolution of hospice and palliative care, the enduring value of mentorship and leadership, and the fulfillment that comes from continuing to serve beyond a traditional career. Whether you're approaching retirement, considering volunteer opportunities, or looking for new ways to extend the reach of palliative care, this episode offers inspiration for finding purpose in the next season of professional life.      Judy Lentz, PhD, RN Judy Lentz, PhD, RN, retired in 2012 as the CEO of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association, the National Board of Certification for Hospice and Palliative Nurses and the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation. In her retirement, her interests were in serving those experiencing serious illnesses as a palliative care doula®.  Over the past 14 years, Dr. Lentz has coordinated palliative care ministries in two Christian churches. Her research focused on the impact of spirituality in Christians experiencing serious illness. She is widely published, has presented at national conferences and has spoken to multiple groups locally.  She has encouraged the initiation of palliative care ministries in three local and regional faith communities, continues to serve as coordinator in her faith community' ministry as well as serves independently on a national level as a volunteer palliative care doula®. Her website can be found at http://www.palliativecaredoula.com     Brett Snodgrass, DNP, FNP-C, ACHPN®, FAANP Dr. Brett Snodgrass has been a registered nurse for 28 years and a Family Nurse Practitioner for 18 years, practicing in multiple settings, including family practice, urgent care, emergency departments, administration, chronic pain and palliative medicine. She is currently the Operations Director for Palliative Medicine at Baptist Health Systems in Memphis, TN. She is board certified with the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is also a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and an Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse. She completed a Doctorate of Nursing Practice at the University of Alabama – Huntsville. She is a nationally recognized nurse practitioner speaker and teacher. Brett is a chronic pain expert, working for more than 20 years with chronic pain and palliative patients in a variety of settings. She is honored to be the HPNA 2025 podcast host. She is married with two daughters, two son in laws, one grandson, and now an empty nest cat. She and her family are actively involved in their church and she is an avid reader.

195 Funeral Planning, Grief, and Hospice: Bob Arrington on Why Celebrating a Life Matters Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Bob Arrington, NFDA spokesperson and longtime Tennessee funeral director, about how funeral service supports the grief journey and why planning matters. Arrington explains that families don't call a funeral director just to bury or cremate, but to begin adjusting to a "new normal," and that skipping any kind of service often makes grief harder for family and community. He encourages pausing to honor a life even with simple gatherings, and stresses that pre-planning (not necessarily pre-paying) reduces emotional stress by preventing loved ones from making major decisions in crisis. They discuss hospice as a major benefit that supports care and dying at home, grief resources through NFDA and Alan Wolfelt, the importance of individualized grief timelines, and NFDA's "Have the Talk of a Lifetime" conversation cards. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:28 Meet Host Marie 00:41 Introducing Bob Arrington 02:47 Bob's Funeral Calling 03:59 Why Services Matter 08:57 Community Grief Ripples 11:53 Grief Support Resources 15:37 When Grief Becomes Physical 17:53 Funeral Process Explained 21:49 Preplanning Without Fear 27:45 Prepay vs Emotional Relief 31:05 Hospice and Final Takeaways 33:06 Contact and Closing https://www.nfda.org/ Link to Bob's episode "Death It's a Living" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3573530/ https://www.nfda.org/your-business/business-resources/remembering-a-life/have-the-talk-of-a-lifetime/conversation-cards/ If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

If you give us about fifteen minutes a day, we will provide you with all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle. SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  On today's DNB, a parking dispute turns violent in Hanover, Chesapeake Bay Trust President Jana Davis prepares to retire after more than two decades, a $1 million Powerball ticket is waiting to be claimed in Odenton, and Ward One residents want the city to explain the numbers behind higher downtown parking rates. DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm And like we do every Friday, Annapolis Subaru and I met up with some animals from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Check out this week's Canines & Crosstreks! The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, Covington Alsina, MacMedics, and  Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Today on the DNB, the City of Annapolis and Storm Brothers disagree over what caused the latest City Dock flooding, Navy football prepares for a highly anticipated season, and DICK'S House of Sport gets ready to open at Annapolis Mall with appearances by Ravens stars Ed Reed and Derrick Henry. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Trevor from  Annapolis Makerspace is back with his Annapolis Makerspace Maker Minute! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (X) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Most people are familiar with hospice, a compassionate, holistic approach to caring for someone who is terminally ill and has no chance of recovery. But did you know there's also hospice for our furry loved ones? While not exactly a new trend, the availability of pet hospice care and end of life options has dramatically expanded in recent years, giving families greater control over how their loved ones' last days are spent. Dr. Becky Frank, a veterinarian with Lap of Love, a nationwide pet hospice organization, joins The Excerpt to talk through this shift in end-of-life care for the animals in our lives.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors... Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake.  On today's DNB, Anne Arundel Public Schools' test scores remain largely unchanged, a deadly crash is under investigation in Arnold, downtown Annapolis parking rates are rising—and may still require some detective work—and two local women are preparing to climb to Mount Everest Base Camp to raise money for acts of kindness around the world. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MacMedics, Covington Alsina, and Hospice of the Chesapeake, The Trump administration is threatening action against Anne Arundel County schools, a Glen Burnie man faces attempted murder and arson charges, an Annapolis pickleball partnership has grown into a multimillion-dollar construction company, and Beach Boys legend Al Jardine joins us ahead of his Maryland Hall concert. All that and more on today's DNB! Today is also Ticket Tuesday from Rams Head On Stage and a historical message from Historic Annapolis! Daily Newsletter Subscription Link: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.