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One of Barbara Karnes' recent publications is a booklet on food at the end of life. She believes that more education is needed in this area, as families often worry when people who are nearing the end of life from disease or frailty lose interest in food. Barbara gently educates that food is “the gas that we put in our car to make it go.” And when the car is no longer working, it no longer needs gas in the same way. What do we need instead? Love, connection, community, care. Barbara reminds us that at this stage the tasks are more spiritual: “What have I done? What do I think life is about? The spiritual component at this time is about coming to terms with the sacredness of being and the life that the individual has led." That's a lot of healing, and it's not about food. For more information on Best Life Best Death please visit our website at ⁠⁠www.bestlifebestdeath.com⁠⁠Follow us on our social channels to receive pertinent and helpful resources on death, grieving, and more at:Facebook: ⁠⁠www.facebook.com/bestlifebestdeath⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/bestlifebestdeath⁠⁠

Ahh, denial. We all have it at times. How does denial play a role at the end of life? As BK says, “We're a death-denying society, and we carry this denial inside on a level that I don't know that we're even aware of.” Combine that denial with the fact that caring for someone at the end of life is different than caring for someone who's going to get better. Where can we find healing when the body can no longer be healed? When we've done the best we can, but we can't fix the physical body, how do we have some quality time? And, why do people hold on at the end? This excellent conversation with Barbara Karnes, RN, explores denial, letting go, caregiving, finding meaning, and holding on. 

This episode features our conversation with influencer and author Hospice Nurse Penny aka Penny Smith. We chat about how she uses her platforms to advocate for normalizing death and addressing death anxiety. Learn more about her work here: https://www.hospicenursepenny.com/   Our theme song is Maypole by Ketsa and is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0   Visit our website to learn more about our work, check out the book and workbook, view our resources and to join our newsletter: https://www.waitingroomrevolution.com/ 

I sat down with Penny, a certified hospice nurse, to talk about second chances, starting over, and the kind of nursing that actually feels aligned. Whether you're burnt out or just wondering what else is out there, this convo is real, reflective, and honestly… kind of healing.   Connect with Penny:  Penny's Instagram - @hospicenursepenny Penny's website - www.hospicenursepenny.com Penny's book: Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living  Penny's podcast: Death Happens Podcast   Join our monthly newsletter for updates on travel, nursing, and wellness - https://astounding-writer-222.ck.page/9de8c9fcc0  Follow us on Instagram @life_beyond_the_bedside & @passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@passportsandpreemies Follow Kylee on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@passportsandpreemies Check out our nurses only group trips on Instagram at @beyondthebedside Check out the website www.passportsandpreemies.com

Most of us avoid thinking about death until it hits close to home – but what if facing it head-on could actually help you live more peacefully and joyfully?  This week, Leah sits down with Julie McFadden, better known as Hospice Nurse Julie. After working as an ICU nurse for many years, Julie transitioned to hospice care, where she now helps patients and families navigate the end of life with honesty, compassion and even a little humor. In their conversation, Julie reflects on her personal philosophy: that contemplating death daily has helped her live with more intention and contentment. She also breaks down the biology of how we die and explains end-of-life phenomena. Whether you've faced loss yourself or want to live more fully today, this episode will shift the way you think about life, death and everything that happens in between. If you liked this episode, you'll also love this one: How a Career in Hospice Care Made Nurse Hadley “Death Positive”

Today's guest is someone whose presence ripples far beyond the traditional walls of medicine.Nurse Penny Smith, also known to millions online as @hospicenursepenny, is a nationally certified hospice and palliative care nurse, a social media educator, and the author of the powerful new book, Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living.With over 20 years of intimate experience at the bedside of the dying, and more than two million followers drawn to her dark humor, dance, and deeply human wisdom, Penny is helping us reclaim something we have collectively pushed away: our relationship with death.In a world obsessed with youth and longevity, her message is a radical invitation to soften our fear, to educate ourselves, and to begin to see death not as the opposite of life, but as its mirror.This conversation is especially meaningful to me. Earlier this year, I lost my father. And while I live immersed in the health and wellness world, and explore every corner of longevity and life extension, I know that none of it is complete without the courage to look at our own endings.Penny and I speak about what a “good death” means, how to support our loved ones and ourselves through the mystery of dying, and what she has witnessed that suggests there is more beyond the veil.If you have ever whispered the question what happens when we die, or if you simply want to live more fully, this episode is for you.Episode Highlights:00:00 – Introduction to Nurse Penny Smith, her background in hospice care, and her new book Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living02:00 – Why our culture avoids talking about death, and how medical advancements have contributed to this denial04:30 – How Penny opens up conversations about death with patients and their families06:00 – The value of grief counseling and how hospice services support loved ones for up to a year after death09:00 – Penny's journey through addiction and incarceration, and how it shaped her capacity to care without judgment12:15 – Supporting “difficult” patients and families by recognizing their humanity without needing to fix or judge them15:00 – Penny's unexpected rise on social media and the impact of her dark humor and dance videos16:45 – Deathbed visions, Penny's personal experiences with her father's passing, and what changed her perspective on the afterlife22:00 – Swedish death cleaning, writing your own obituary, and planning your memorial on your terms26:15 – On recording conversations and preserving memories as acts of legacy28:00 – Concerns around AI-generated avatars of deceased loved ones and the ethics of consent32:15 – Penny's strong support for medically assisted death and patient autonomy34:30 – Ketamine therapy for end-of-life anxiety and grief, and Penny's hope for more tools like nitrous oxide in hospice settings37:30 – What death has taught Penny about how to live more fully40:00 – How to choose a hospice provider, what questions to ask, and why nonprofit Medicare-certified agencies may offer better care44:15 – The most important thing Penny wants families to know: talk openly about death with your loved ones before it's too lateResources mentioned:Nurse Penny's Website – https://www.hospicenursepenny.comInfluencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living (Book) – https://www.hospicenursepenny.com/bookMedicare Hospice Comparison Tool (Care Compare) – https://www.medicare.gov/care-compareNurse Penny on YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@HospiceNursePennyNurse Penny on TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@hospicenursepennyNurse Penny on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hospicenursepennyNurse Penny on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HospiceNursePenny

This episode is different. It is personal.Because for the first time, I will be sharing something I have not yet spoken about publicly.My father passed away this March. Just two days before my birthday.And in the weeks that followed, I gave myself permission to fully grieve, to feel, to remember, to process.It was a conscious act of mourning, supported by ceremony, solitude, and also by ketamine therapy, medically supervised at our clinic in Santa Monica.It helped me meet the waves of grief and let them move through me, not around me.And in that space, I kept returning to one question: Why, in our culture, is death treated as something to avoid, deny, or sanitize?Why is something so universal, so sacred, still held in so much fear?Today's guest has devoted her entire life to shifting that.Barbara Karnes is a hospice pioneer and one of the most respected voices in end-of-life education.Her booklet Gone From My Sight, known as The Little Blue Book, has sold over 40 million copies and changed how countless families understand and approach death.In this conversation, Barbara offers profound wisdom: she offers a map, a presence, a way of holding death that allows us to also hold life more fully.This is much more than a conversation about dying. It is a conversation about what it means to live without fear, and to love more openly, even at the edge of goodbye.Episode highlights:02:45 Ariana's Personal Story of Grief and Healing05:29 Understanding the Dying Process10:40 The Role of Caregivers and Cultural Myths About Dying21:51 The Emotional and Spiritual Costs of Caregiving31:36 The Role of the Witness in the Dying Process33:04 Creating a Sacred Experience Before Death34:08 Saying Goodbye and Processing Grief42:16 The Importance of Personal Choice in End-of-Life Care44:44 Cultural Perspectives on Death and Aging52:32 Rehearsing for Death Through Life's Changes54:25 Barbara's Personal Relationship with Death56:22 Understanding Grief as Part of the Dying Process01:02:39 Barbara's Legacy and ResourcesResources mentioned:https://bkbooks.com/pages/about-barbarahttps://bkbooks.com/collections/allSOCIAL MEDIALinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarakarnesrnInstagram https://www.instagram.com/barbarakarnesrnFacebook https://www.facebook.com/barbarakarnesrnYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXVqIQdyP2OBTop8-jboRww

What exactly does a hospice nurse do? A lot!Abbie O'Grady, Director of Quality & Patient Experience and Paula Marques, LPN, discuss the job and how they support patients.This episode continues our series informing the audience about all facets of end-of-life care.CareDimensions.org

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Comforting patients as they prepare to transition, navigating end-of-life regrets and frayed relationships, and providing support and advice for fearful families with Heather Meyerend, a retired hospice nurse. How does she know when the end is imminent? And what has the work taught her about the different ways we deal with death?Heather is a contributing author to the book Resilient Faith: Dare To Believe.She was also profiled in The New Yorker in 2016: "A Tender Hand in the Presence of Death"Got a comment or suggestion? You can reach us via email at jobs@whatitslike.comWant to be on the show? Leave a message on our voice mailbox at (919) 213-0456. We'll ask you to answer two questions: What's a word or phrase that only someone from your profession would be likely to know and what does it mean? What's a specific story you tell your friends that happened on the job? It could be funny or sad or anxiety-making or pride-inducing or otherwise. There's a 3-minute time limit on the message, don't worry if you get cut off. We'll know what happened. We get a lot of messages, so we can't respond to every one, but please know that we do listen to all of them! We'll reach out if we want to follow up.

Welcome to the sixty-sixth episode of Talk Spirit To Me.This week Jess welcomed Penny Smith to the podcast.Penny Smith, BSN, RN is a (US) nationally certified hospice and palliative care nurse, social media influencer and author of Influencing Death, Reframing Dying for Better Living. For 20 years, Penny has worked in a variety of care settings and roles within hospice including inpatient, home hospice case management, education, quality and regulatory. She currently works as a hospice quality assurance nurse for an organization in Washington state.Penny is a passionate advocate for hospice education with a mission to normalize the end-of-life process to remove the stigma and fear around hospice care, death and dying. During the pandemic she found her way to social media and discovered a unique way to utilize her death care expertise to provide education to a worldwide audience at a grassroots level. Using a variety of teaching styles including TikTok trends, dark humor, dancing and storytelling, Penny has gathered over 2 million followers across her social media platforms as @hospicenursepenny.If you would like to connect with Penny you can follow her on IG @hospicenursepenny or visit her website https://www.hospicenursepenny.com/bookIf you like this sh*t, follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @jessicalynnemediumship⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@talkspirittomepodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OR if you would like to book a Psychic Medium Reading you can do so ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠**Please note: we do not own the rights to this music; Royalty Free Music Background Music No Copyright Instrumental Music For Videos On YouTube # Fourth @RFM_NCM

In this conversation, Michelle Ledbetter shares her profound journey as a hospice nurse and her near-death experience (NDE) following a severe car accident.She discusses the emotional and spiritual insights gained from her NDE, including a life review that brought her face-to-face with her past traumas and the traumas of others.Michelle emphasizes the importance of empathy, forgiveness, and love in healing, both for herself and her patients. She also explains the concepts of terminal agitation and visioning in hospice care, illustrating her experiences with patients and the spiritual connections observed during their transitions.Ultimately, Michelle expresses a deep understanding of life, death, and the afterlife, conveying a message of hope and compassion. Her journey from a hellish experience to one of the "Light of Love," is truly inspiring.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Michelle Ledbetter01:24 Michelle's Journey as a Hospice Nurse02:58 The Car Accident and Near-Death Experience07:04 The Warehouse Experience and Life Review10:33 The Encounter with Light and Recovery13:58 Reflections on the NDE and Its Impact17:11 Transformation and Understanding of Love18:19 Understanding Abuse and Its Impact20:26 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing24:44 Empathy and Forgiveness: A Path to Happiness25:29 Terminal Agitation vs. Visioning in Hospice Care29:19 Experiences That Strengthen Belief in the Afterlife36:24 RTD Outro_______________________Video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/U1zxo6NisacRoundTripDeath.comDonate to this podcast: https://www.roundtripdeath.com/support/Riddler Road Rally (sponsor): https://connect.riddlerroadrally.com/wasatch-tour-rtdpMichelle Ledbetter: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.gaudet.3990

Trigger Warning for todays episode as we are discussing cancer diagnosis, treatments, and the potential impact of these experiences on individuals and families. After today's episode, head on over to @therapybookspodcast to learn about our latest giveaway. *Information shared on this podcast is for information and eductional purposes only. In this weeks episode, Jessica Fowler speaks with Lori Elliot Sacks about her book Unlucky Lori: A Raw and Unfiltered Look at One Woman's Battle with Ovarian Cancer and How HOPE Wins.  In this book, Lori shares her journal of over almost a decade about her experience of going through treatment for Ovarian Cancer and then also being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. In this episode, listen is as Lori shares about the difficult times and how she has coped to continue to live a life she wants. She shares examples of ways she could take control in times that it could be difficult.  Lori shares her excitement for life and love of her family, while managing her own struggles through her illness.  Take a listen as Lori shares the insights that have helped her along the way.  About the author: Lori Elliot Sacks: Trouble free and flying high- was Lucky Lori!  I have been a Hospice Nurse, a Therapist, and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. However, the role of patient and ovarian warrior continues to challenge me daily . It demands patience and positivity. This memoir is intense-BEWARE.. but full of HOPE and GRATITUDE.    

In this deeply personal and resonant episode, longtime hospice nurse and podcast host of The Heart of Hospice, Helen Bauer, BSN RN CHPN®, shares an intimate look at the soul of hospice nursing — the part that's rarely documented but always deeply felt. With more than seven years behind the mic and a career alongside patients and families at the bedside, Helen reflects on the intimacy and intensity of hospice care, and the challenges of translating those sacred moments into clinical notes and checkboxes.  Together, we explore the personhood-centered mindset that defines exceptional hospice nursing: arriving as a blank slate, open and eager to learn who the patient is, then crafting care that honors the individual's story, values, and needs. Helen speaks candidly about the emotional toll of the work, the cumulative grief nurses carry, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up — not just for patients, but for ourselves.  Listeners will hear reflections on:  The artistry and difficulty of painting a picture through documentation  How hospice nurses excel at education and advocacy, even outside traditional care settings  What we're doing well as a community — and where we can grow  The value of Hospice Navigation Services and empowering families with information  The quiet power of showing up, day after day, with care and presence  This episode is a tribute to hospice nurses everywhere — a reminder that your work matters, your presence is powerful, and you are just as important as the care you provide.  Whether you're a hospice nurse, a health care professional, or a family member navigating end-of-life care, this episode will speak to the heart of what it means to accompany someone at life's end — with compassion, courage, and creativity.    Helen Bauer, BSN RN CHPN®  Helen Bauer is a highly experienced hospice nurse with more than 15 years dedicated to end-of-life care. Her expertise spans across bedside care, caregiver support, nursing leadership, and hospice consulting. Since 2016, she has been the voice behind The Heart of Hospice podcast, where she shares her deep knowledge and compassionate approach to end-of-life care.  As the founder of Hospice Navigation Services, Helen provides unbiased, expert guidance and support for individuals and families navigating the complexities of hospice and serious illness. Her work as an End of Life Educator and Advocate focuses on empowering caregivers and hospice workers, ensuring that those facing serious illness experience the best possible care at the end of life. Known for her compassion, empathy, and respect, she remains a trusted resource in the field of hospice care.    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.

Hadley Vlahos (known online as “Nurse Hadley”) is a hospice nurse, bestselling author, and storyteller who has spent nearly a decade caring for people at the end of their lives. In this emotional and eye-opening conversation, Hadley shares the profound lessons she's learned from her patients, what it means to navigate death with dignity, and how facing mortality has shaped her perspective on living.From her book The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments to her growing social media presence, Hadley opens up about the spiritual experiences she's witnessed, the surprising joys of hospice care, and the personal challenges she's faced — including her own divorce and navigating public scrutiny. Plus, Hadley dives into all the recent drama that's been going on surrounding her boyfriend and the woman who claims he's the father of her child.If you've ever wondered what people say in their final moments or how to find peace in the face of loss, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Follow Hadley:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse.hadleyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nursehadleyBuy Hadley's book: https://amzn.to/4jc9RyKWatch this episode in video form on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjmevEcbh5h5FEX0pazPEtN86t7eb2OgXTo apply to be a guest on the show, visit luciefink.com/apply and send us your story. I also want to extend a special thank you to East Love for the show's theme song, Rolling Stone. Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealstuffpod Find Lucie here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luciebfink/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luciebfinkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/luciebfinkWebsite: https://luciefink.com/ Produced by Dear Media.Executive Producer: Cloud10See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever thought, “I thought I had more time”—only to find yourself overwhelmed as your loved one with dementia nears the end of life?When the end of the dementia journey approaches, emotions run high and communication becomes more difficult—right when clarity, compassion, and confident decision-making are needed most.If you're a caregiver feeling unprepared or unsure about what to expect, this episode will empower you to navigate those critical final stages with dignity and confidence.In this episode, you will:1) Discover how to recognize silent pain signals in a loved one who can no longer speak for themselves.2) Learn how to advocate effectively—not just for your loved one's comfort and dignity, but also for your own emotional well-being.3) Get practical strategies for managing family dynamics, difficult decisions, and the emotional toll of end-of-life caregiving.Press play now to gain expert end-of-life insight from a seasoned hospice nurse and walk away feeling less alone, more prepared, and deeply empowered in your caregiving role.

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What if I told you that death is not an end, but an exquisite unfolding—an elegant, natural transition, much like birth? We arrive in this world gasping for breath, and when it is time to leave, we do so with a final sigh, a great exhale into the unknown. In today's episode, we welcome Julie McFadden, a hospice nurse whose experiences on the front lines of death have given her an intimate understanding of the great departure. Her journey has taken her from the high-intensity world of ICU nursing, where medicine fights tooth and nail to preserve life, to the quiet wisdom of hospice care, where she has learned that letting go is often more profound than holding on.One of the great paradoxes of our time is how we treat death as an adversary rather than a companion. Julie McFadden shared how, as an ICU nurse, she was surrounded by a culture that viewed death as failure. Machines beeping, frantic attempts at resuscitation, and families holding on to every last shred of hope—even when the body itself was pleading to let go. It wasn't until she stepped into hospice care that she realized something miraculous: the body knows how to die. It prepares itself for the journey. Hunger and thirst fade, energy dims, and a natural peace takes hold. “Dying itself is not painful,” she explained. “It's the diseases that cause pain, but the process of dying is something the body knows how to do. If we just allow it, it can be peaceful.”But there is more to death than biology. There is something unspoken, something mysterious at play. One of the most profound experiences Julie McFadden has had is what is known as a shared death experience. She recalled a beloved patient, a man who had lived with anxiety and isolation for most of his life, but in his final months found peace through hospice care.The day he passed, as she sat in her car, she suddenly felt an overwhelming surge of joy and liberation. She could hear his voice, see his beaming smile, and sense his astonishment. “Oh my gosh, Julie. If I only would have known!” he kept repeating. The feeling was one of weightlessness, as if he were soaring into a vast and loving expanse. Moments later, her phone buzzed. The message confirmed what she already knew: he had just passed away.These moments, unexplainable by science yet deeply felt by those who witness them, are common in hospice care. Patients report seeing deceased loved ones weeks before they die, often expressing excitement rather than fear. “They don't come to scare us,” she said. “They come to let us know we're not alone in this.” These visions are not hallucinations from medication or oxygen deprivation—this phenomenon happens too frequently, too consistently, to be dismissed. Perhaps, then, what we call ‘death' is simply a return to the home we have long forgotten.And what of those who fear death? Julie McFadden believes that much of our dread comes from the unknown, but the more we talk about it, the less power it has over us. Planning for death, embracing its certainty, does not hasten it—it simply makes it more graceful. “We plan everything—vacations, weddings, careers—but we refuse to plan for death. Why?” she asked. The answer, of course, is fear. But just as birth is a passage into form, death is a passage out of it. Nothing more, nothing less.SPIRITUAL TAKEAWAYSDeath is not the enemy. It is a process as natural as breathing, and when we embrace it rather than resist it, it can be a peaceful transition.Love is the only thing that matters. In the end, it's not achievements or wealth that hold meaning, but the presence of loved ones, the quiet moments of care, and the tenderness of human connection.We are never truly alone. Shared death experiences, visions of loved ones, and near-death encounters all point to the same reality: there is something beyond, something awaiting us with open arms.So perhaps, instead of fearing death, we should sit with it, invite it in for tea, and ask it what it has to teach us. After all, the great cosmic joke is that death was never an ending—it was always a beginning.Please enjoy my conversation with Julie McFadden.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Transcending Home Care Podcast, Transcend Chief Strategy Officer Tony Kudner interviews Penny Smith, a hospice nurse who has garnered a significant following on TikTok by blending humor, pop culture trends and educational content. Penny discusses the misperceptions about hospice care, shares her personal journey into nursing, and elaborates on how she uses TikTok to alleviate fears and provide accurate information about end-of-life care. She also talks about the challenges and rewards of being a public educator on social media and previews her upcoming memoir, “Influencing Death.” 

Hospice Nurse Penny is on a mission to demystify death, help all of us to become more comfortable with the dying process, and alleviate something she herself has experienced: death anxiety.Moving from bedside hospice nursing to social media platforms, Nurse Penny uses education, humor, and direct talk to accomplish her mission.In this episode we discuss all of these matters, the hospice industry, and her own personal journey to this point.Link: Hospice Nurse Penny

I'm so excited to welcome Hospice Nurse Penny back to the show! In this episode we're talking about her new book Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living. In this episode, we discuss: 10:26 Advanced Planning 13:28 Cultural Traditions & Prayer 26:44 Misconceptions About Hospice 40:24 Hospice & Humor And so much more!!!   Did you miss my previous interview with Penny? Check out EP 145 for more from Hospice Nurse Penny!   Penny Hawkins Smith aka Hospice Nurse Penny is a nationally certified hospice & palliative care registered nurse with over 18 years of experience. As a social media influencer on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook and through her new book Influencing Death, Penny is working to dispel the mysteries and myths around dying and the stigma of hospice. @hospicenursepenny   CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES   Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips!   Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com     Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show?  Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com   ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word!

This week on our very first Dying To Tell You: The Caring Perspective, Hospice Nurse Penny shares her experience with a patient whose spirit had seemingly left them but whose body was still there "doing the work of dying." This moment changed forever how Penny approached her patients, her practice, and even her own belief in the afterlife. Penny is a nationally certified hospice and palliative care registered nurse with over 17 years of experience who has created a massive and caring community on social media since starting during the pandemic. You can find her on most social platforms under the handle @hospicenursepenny. And she now has a book out!  You can (and should) order her book—Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living—from any online seller, including bookshop!  And you can (and should) watch this video interview on YouTube! It's right here!

Navigating the Journey with Hospice Nurse Penny: Valuing End-of-Life Care In this episode of the Good Death podcast series, we converse with Penny Smith, also known as Hospice Nurse Penny. A renowned hospice and palliative care nurse, Penny discusses her journey from a tumultuous past to becoming an RN and a social media influencer with over 2 million followers. She highlights the importance of hospice education, the misconceptions about hospice care, and the profound impact of bedside visitations. Penny shares her personal story, including her experience with death anxiety and her father's post-death visitation, aiming to normalize the end-of-life process and remove the stigma surrounding it. This conversation offers an inspiring look into the importance of discussing and understanding end-of-life care.         We dive in to: 00:00 Introduction to the Good Death Podcast 00:25 Meet Hospice Nurse Penny 03:17 Penny's Journey to Hospice Nursing 09:52 Discovering Social Media During the Pandemic 12:23 Writing the Book: A Journey of Reflection 14:44 A Life-Changing Encounter with Law Enforcement 18:57 Overcoming Personal Challenges 21:26 Misconceptions About Hospice and End-of-Life Care 22:27 Late Hospice Admissions and Misconceptions 23:22 The Role of Medications in Hospice Care 24:42 The Emotional and Sacred Aspects of Hospice Work 26:25 Personal Reflections and Life Lessons 27:50 Deathbed Visions and Spiritual Experiences 30:58 Personal Stories of Afterlife Encounters 36:24 The Impact of Spiritual Beliefs on Grief 37:06 Conclusion         We want to hear from you!!! If you found this podcast helpful, Please Rate, Review, & Follow so we can reach more people.       Links mentioned in this episode: Doulagivers Institute The NEXT Free Level 1 End of Life Doula Training Registration LINK  The NEXT Free Doulagivers Discovery Webinar  Learn more about Hospice Nurse Penny and What She Do Order Penny's book Influencing Death: Reframing Dying for Better Living - A Memoir   80-90% of a positive end of life depends on these two things: Knowing the basic skills on how to care for someone at the end of life and planning ahead - and BOTH Doulagivers Institute is giving you for FREE! Access them Below! Making your wishes known is one of the greatest gifts you can give to your loved ones. Download The Doulagivers 9 Choice Advance Directive now! It's FREE!     More about what we do at Doulagivers Institute - Click here!

In this episode, Nurse Jessica and Nurse Erica welcome back Hospice Nurse Penny to discuss her new book, 'Influencing Death.' They explore Penny's journey in hospice care, her creative process behind the book cover, and her commitment to transparency regarding her past struggles with addiction and personal life. The conversation also touches on her unexpected rise to fame through a website she created, which led to numerous media appearances. Penny emphasizes the importance of normalizing discussions about death and dying, while sharing her insights and experiences along the way.    Thank you to our Enema Award Sponsor, Happy Bum Co. Please visit https://happybumco.com/ and use promo code NURSESUNCORKED for 15% off your first bundle.  Thank you to our sponsor, Stink Balm Odor Blocker! Please visit  https://www.stinkbalmodorblocker.com/  and use holiday promo code UNCORKED20 for 20% off your purchase! Interested in Sponsoring the Show?  Email with the subject NURSES UNCORKED SPONSOR to nursesuncorked@nursesuncorked.com    Help Us Keep This Podcast going and become an official Patron of Nurses Uncorked! Gain early access to episodes, patron only bonus episodes, giveaways and earn the title of becoming either a Wine Cork, Wine Bottle, Decanter, Grand Preserve, or even a Vineyard member for exclusive benefits! Benefits also include patron only Zoom parties, newsletters, shout-outs, and much more.   https://patron.podbean.com/nursesuncorkedpodcast     Follow Hospice Nurse Penny At:   https://www.tiktok.com/@hospicenursepenny?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc   https://www.youtube.com/@hospicenursepenny   https://www.instagram.com/hospicenursepenny/   https://www.facebook.com/HospicsNursePenny   Links to purchase Hospice Nurse Penny's Book: Influencing Death:    https://linktr.ee/Hospicenursepenny?fbclid=IwY2xjawHK1khleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXGGq2ynI_z3OlvRdyvCKqxpnvq9EEf8fbcFaSw19iIOFphBfnyE8bhytQ_aem_tCWE-4fdo6CUXev0uUjSMg   New episodes of Nurses Uncorked every Tuesday (Monday for patrons!). Help us grow by giving our episodes a download, follow, like the episodes and a 5 ️ star rating!   Please follow Nurses Uncorked at!  https://www.tiktok.com/@nurses.uncorked?_t=8drcDCUWGcN&_r=1 https://instagram.com/nursesuncorked?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== https://youtube.com/@NursesUncorkedL https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094678265742&mibextid=LQQJ4d You can listen to our podcast at: https://feed.podbean.com/thenurseericarn/feed. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurses-uncorked/id1698205714 https://spotify.link/8hkSKlKUaDb https://nursesuncorked.com  All statements regarding Butterball Turkey are alleged   https://www.peta.org/features/thanksgiving-turkey-sexually-assaulted/?utm_source=PETA::Google&utm_medium=Ad&utm_campaign=0422::veg::PETA::Google::SEA-Vegan-Grant::::searchad&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADu2DAuYos_ZcKuLPTwPU0eghrrSw&gclid=CjwKCAiA9vS6BhA9EiwAJpnXwxHFfPrwgFN0FxyQWCSc4-WSJY9CKD0cTqcG7b5sE9Ez5INT77VKxBoCZjIQAvD_BwE   DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content published or distributed by or on behalf of Nurse Erica, Nurse Jessica Sites or Nurses Uncorked Podcast is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as legal advice, or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult the health care professional of your choice regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weight loss, or health care program.  If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.   Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Nurses Uncorked Podcast are their own; not those of Nurse Jessica Sites, Nurse Erica or Nurses Uncorked Company. Accordingly, Nurse Erica, Nurse Jessica Sites and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. All content is the sole property of Nurses Uncorked, LLC. All copyrights are reserved and the exclusive property of Nurses Uncorked, LLC.

Nurse Penny is back. We tapped into the Hospice World and how it intertwines with her lifes influence with death. With deathbed visions, opposing beliefs of the afterlife and as always just having a good time exploring the conversation. She also just wrote her first book "Influencing Death." Available for pre-order now and available January 14th!   Learn more about Nurse Penny and her book "Influencing Death" Follow Hospice Nurse Penny Here   Join the ⁠DEAD Talk Patreon⁠ for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features.   "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: ⁠Shop Here⁠   Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:

From tending to survivors to honoring the fallen, Robin Garrison's firsthand account of Maui's fires reveals the heartbreak and humanity behind the headlines.In today's episode, I'm joined by Robin Garrison,a nurse practitioner and hospice nurse on Maui, who discusses her work in street medicine and community healing. Robin shares deeply personal stories about supporting houseless individuals, especially during the aftermath of the devastating Lahaina fires. Throughout this episode, Robin shares emotional stories about the people she served, including a man whose life and death profoundly impacted her. Her narrative conveys the profound grief experienced by both the victims and their caregivers. She also discusses her role in Project Vision Hawaii, which has evolved from providing vision care to offering comprehensive medical and social services. Robin highlights the significance of listening and being present with those who are grieving, stressing that true support often involves simply holding space for others. Additionally, her stories from her time as a midwife illustrate the beauty and complexity of life and death, as well as the resilience of those she has supported.Tune in and listen to episode 292 of Grief and Happiness as Robin Garrison shares her powerful experiences in street medicine, offering care to Maui's most vulnerable, and the profound lessons she's learned about grief, healing, and human connection.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Robin's background and role in Maui (1:01)Street medicine: serving Maui's most vulnerable (1:54)The Lahaina Fires: grief, loss, and community resilience (4:19)The healing power of listening (6:05)Lessons from midwifery and grief support (8:08)Inspiration to act: How we can make a difference (14:21)Connect with Robin Garrison:InstagramWebsiteFacebookLinkedInHospice MauiProject Vision HawaiiLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GET‌ ‌EVERY‌ ‌EPISODE‌ ‌AND‌ ‌BONUS‌ ‌CONTENT‌ ‌AT:‌ ‌‌www.patreon.com/crackpotpodcast‌ In this episode, we delve into the mysterious realm of near-death experiences and afterlife beliefs, inspired by Hadley Vlahos' captivating book, "The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments."  As a hospice nurse, Vlahos has a unique perspective on the final stages of life. Through her firsthand experiences, she shares the remarkable stories of patients who have undergone profound spiritual awakenings and otherworldly encounters. We explore a collection of extraordinary and often inexplicable stories of individuals who have revealed profound insights into the nature of consciousness and the afterlife during hospice care. This is an episode you won't want to miss!  

In honor of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month - and National Family Caregivers Month - we're featuring a special 4-part series with special guest Barbara Karnes, Hospice Nurse and End of Life Educator. In the first episode of the series, Barbara shares how she got started in end of life care back before the Medicare hospice benefit was established in the 1980's. Here are some highlights of this special episode: Barbara thinks she should have been a social worker but her mother talked her into nursing. She and her fellow hospice nurses learned how to provide their own self care without really knowing what it was. Barbara's aversion to causing patients any pain or suffering made patient care difficult for her. She believes it's important for hospice leadership to truly understand end of life work, and to have a comprehensive knowledge of hospice care. Barbara believes sacred rituals and beautiful memories can be created at the time of death. Connect with Barbara Karnes: Website: bkbooks.com Blog: bkbooks.com Shop her products: bkbooks.com Socials: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Pinterest YouTube Email: barbara@bkbooks.com Thank you to our series sponsor The Death Deck! Connect with the End of Life Deck and the Death Deck: Website: thedeathdeck.comhttps://thedeathdeck.com/ Shop: End of Life Deck Death Deck Socials for the Death Deck: Facebook IG Twitter (X) Hospice Navigation Services is here for you. If you have questions about hospice care or need to troubleshoot the care you're already receiving, book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com. Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website: theheartofhospice.com Email: helen@theheartofhospice.com More podcast episodes: The Heart of Hospice Podcast

This week we have an amazing expert guest - Katie Duncan - a former Hospice Nurse turned End of Life Coach who answers all of our (mostly Rachael's) burning questions about the dying process. We cover so much - from the death rattle to the death “rally” - thoughts on morphine and more. All in an effort to normalize the conversations on end of life and hopefully help people feel they are not alone on this journey. A very special thank you to Katie for lending her expertise for our community. You can find all of Katie's amazing resources here: ⁠https://www.deathcarecoach.com⁠ Her Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/death.care.coach⁠⁠ Her TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@death.care.coach Her Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GTJRQPH Please share this episode with someone you think may need to hear it! And for all things remember me, check out ⁠www.remembermeftd.com⁠ or follow us on IG ⁠@remembermepodcast⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rememberme/support

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we meet a former hospice nurse who launched a unique side hustle as a “death doula.” She shares how her compassionate approach to end-of-life care is changing how families navigate their final days with loved ones. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.substack.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes.

Episode 119:  As a funeral director, the post-loss side of things in deathcare can be tough... Penny gives us the real deal on how it is BEFORE the loss happens.  Dealing with crazy families (✔️), weird noises and smells (✔️), financial situations (✔️), and the death RaTtTtLleeEe. ENJOY! @HospiceNursePenny ----- Mortuary Marketing Elevate your funeral home's online presence. ⁠⁠⁠Check it out.⁠⁠⁠ Want to start today? Email:  conor@mortuary-marketing.com ----- Want more of the Mortuary Show? Follow our social medias: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ----- Show Notes: (07:45) – Ethics in death care. (15:32) – How does the dying process REALLY work? (21:06) – How death anxiety works (Hint: We've got a solution) (38:08) – A not so fun, funeral director. ----- Takeaways Family dynamics can complicate hospice care significantly. Grief can lead to irrational behavior among family members. Education about the dying process can alleviate anxiety. The death rattle is a common and distressing sound for families. Medications like morphine are used to ensure comfort, not hasten death. Social media can be a powerful tool for educating the public about death. Acceptance of death can reduce anxiety surrounding it. Home hospice care presents unique challenges compared to hospice centers. Understanding the normal dying process can help families cope better. Penny's experiences highlight the importance of compassion in hospice care.

Navigating Hospice Care: Insights from Derek J. Flores, RN In Episode 115 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, replays an insightful conversation from Episode 36 with Derek J. Flores, RN. Derek, a seasoned hospice nurse and author, shares his experiences and wisdom on hospice care, discussing his bestseller 'Seven Keys to a Peaceful Passing,' caregiving dynamics, the phases of dying, the importance of honesty, and the impact of communication on patient and family outcomes. They also explore the controversial topic of physician-assisted suicide, emphasizing natural death and the importance of bereavement services. To enrich the experience, Derek introduces his latest book, 'Letters to a Hospice Nurse,' and its companion workbook 'My Letter,' which aim to preserve patient stories and aid in the grieving process.   00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:55 Meet Derek J. Flores, RN 01:52 Discussing 'Seven Keys to a Peaceful Passing' 05:00 Understanding Hospice Caregiver Dynamics 06:33 Stages of Dying: Transitioning and Active Dying 07:35 The Role of Humor in Hospice Care 09:59 Addressing Family Dynamics and Truth-Telling 12:44 Thoughts on Death with Dignity and Physician-Assisted Suicide 15:59 The Natural Dying Process and Grieving 19:43 Derek's Favorite Patient Story 26:56 The Importance of Hospice Bereavement Services 28:48 Closing Thoughts and Farewell     https://a.co/d/e6rUEob   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.  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.   In addition you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Kacie Gikonyo's Death Doula School https://hospiceexplained--deathdoulaschool.thrivecart.com/death-doula-school/ Affilitate for the Caregiving Years Training Academy:  https://www.careyearsacademy.com/ref/1096/  Affiliate for DNA is Love listeners also get a 5% discount!! https://dnaislove.com/?coupon=hospiceexplained5  The Death Deck and the E*O*L deck:  https://thedeathdeck.goaffpro.com/  Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com  

Disclaimer: This episode contains a discussion on end-of-life care and death. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Nurse Converse, Courtney, DNP, APRN, AGNP-C shares her experience working in end-of-life care as a hospice nurse. She discusses the importance of having open and transparent conversations about death and the range of emotions that healthcare workers may experience. Courtney shares personal stories that demonstrate the impact of small acts of kindness and the unpredictable nature of the dying process. Tune in for an inspiring discussion about the importance of compassion in nursing and the unique challenges faced by those who care for patients at the end of life.>>Death Isn't a Dirty Word: A Hospice Nurse's Perspective on Peaceful Endings Jump Ahead to Listen:[01:41] End-of-life nursing experiences.[03:41] Prioritizing self-care in healthcare.[07:48] Comfort in hospice nursing.[12:15] Stories about death and dying.[17:10] Joy in end-of-life experiences.Connect With Courtney on social media:Instagram: court.nurseTikTok: court.nurseFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org

Gabby Jimenez – hospice nurse, doula and social media content creator extraordinaire – explores these questions with me. What do the dying take with them? How do we understand and explore regrets? Why so much guilt? What do grievers take away from the experience of losing their loved ones? Eventually, everyone dies – how can we improve this universal experience in simple yet powerful ways, for all those involved?

Gabby changed everything up mid-life after taking care of a friend who was dying. She realized that she wanted to make a difference in people's lives by becoming a hospice nurse and doula, and learning and sharing all she could about death and dying. Having witnessed and supported more than 2,000 people as they die, Gabby brings true “bedside knowledge” to her presentations, books and this conversation. Want to hear a warm-hearted hospice nurse talk about what truly matters? This is it. www.thehospiceheart.net https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.elise.jimenez/ https://www.facebook.com/thehospiceheart.net

What if the shift towards for-profit hospice care models is compromising the quality of your loved one's final days? In this episode, Don and I have a robust conversation on hospice with Penny Hawkins Smith, BSN, RN, CHPN. Hospice Nurse Penny, as she is known to her millions of social media followers, is a nationally certified hospice and palliative care registered nurse with over 17 years of experience with a passion for hospice advocacy and normalizing death and dying. Have you ever wondered how hospice care is funded and what services are actually covered? We break down the often-misunderstood world of hospice care funding, highlighting the system used by nonprofit agencies and detailing the array of services provided under this model, as well as the hidden truths behind the financial practices of many hospice agencies and their unsettling impact on patient care. We confront the alarming rise in Medicare spending and the exodus of physicians from the field. The episode also tackles the aggressive marketing strategies in the industry and the emotional turmoil families face when navigating palliative and hospice care. From the importance of clear communication and family advocacy to the systemic hurdles within end-of-life care, this conversation offers insights and personal stories that resonate deeply. Navigating the maze of hospice care decisions can be daunting, especially when facing ethical dilemmas and advocating for compassionate treatment. We explore the critical role of hospice advocacy, the rights of patients and families, and the often-overlooked challenges of caregiving in nursing homes. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, we shed light on the importance of respecting patient dignity and goals, and the necessity for better education and support in end-of-life decisions. Join us as we call for empathy, open dialogue, and a more humane approach to hospice and elder care. Follow Hospice Nurse Penny on TIKTOK Support the Show. JOIN THE PEOPLE OVER PROFIT MOVEMENT FOR NURSING HOME REFORM! Visit the No Country For Old People Website for more information. YOU CAN ALSO SUPPORT THE COMPLETION OF OUR DOCUMENTARY "NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE" BY MAKING A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION THROUGH THE NATIONAL CONSUMER VOICE HERE or GO FUND ME Follow us on Twitter, FB, IG, & TiK Tok

What if the shift towards for-profit hospice care models is compromising the quality of your loved one's final days? In this episode, Don and I have a robust conversation on hospice with Penny Hawkins Smith, BSN, RN, CHPN.  Hospice Nurse Penny, as she is known to her millions of social media followers, is a nationally certified hospice and palliative care registered nurse with over 17 years of experience  with a passion for hospice advocacy and normalizing death and dying.   Have you ever wondered how hospice care is funded and what services are actually covered? We break down the often-misunderstood world of hospice care funding, highlighting the system used by nonprofit agencies and detailing the array of services provided under this model, as well as the hidden truths behind the financial practices of many hospice agencies and their unsettling impact on patient care. We confront the alarming rise in Medicare spending and the exodus of physicians from the field. The episode also tackles the aggressive marketing strategies in the industry and the emotional turmoil families face when navigating palliative and hospice care. From the importance of clear communication and family advocacy to the systemic hurdles within end-of-life care, this conversation offers insights and personal stories that resonate deeply.Navigating the maze of hospice care decisions can be daunting, especially when facing ethical dilemmas and advocating for compassionate treatment. We explore the critical role of hospice advocacy, the rights of patients and families, and the often-overlooked challenges of caregiving in nursing homes. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, we shed light on the importance of respecting patient dignity and goals, and the necessity for better education and support in end-of-life decisions. Join us as we call for empathy, open dialogue, and a more humane approach to hospice and elder care.Follow Hospice Nurse Penny on TIKTOKSupport the Show.JOIN THE PEOPLE OVER PROFIT MOVEMENT FOR NURSING HOME REFORM! Visit the No Country For Old People Website for more information.YOU CAN ALSO SUPPORT THE COMPLETION OF OUR DOCUMENTARY "NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE" BY MAKING A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION THROUGH THE NATIONAL CONSUMER VOICE HERE or GO FUND ME Follow us on Twitter, FB, IG, & TiK Tok

Podcast guest 1055 is Kim Copeland, Hospice Nurse, Spiritual Medium and Energy Healer. For over 25 years, Kim has helped countless clients transition from human to another dimension. She has experienced shared near death awareness and witnessed an array of spiritual beings helping from across the veil to bring the spirit back home. Her mediumship and psychic work developed as an Energy Healer and bedside hospice nurse. Her passion is in helping people understand that there is only love. The Last Breath: True Stories of Mediumship, the Afterlife & Messages from Heaven https://amzn.to/4bvKIMw Kim's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@MediumKimCopeland Kim's Website https://www.mediumkim.com/ CONTACT: Email: jeff@jeffmarapodcast.com WEBSITE www.jeffmarapodcast.com SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmarapodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffmarapodcast/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffmaraP/ JeffMara does not endorse any of his guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect the opinions of the host. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/support

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Description: Episode 21 - Courtney: Today our veteran hospice nurse, Courtney, takes us through some of her most incredible and profound experiences of helping people cross through the veil to the spirit world. She shares stories of people talking to their "spirit teams," physically reaching out and heavenward, and the spiritual charge that accompanies the moment. As a spiritual, but non-religious person, Courtney brings a beautiful perspective on what is happening physiologically and spiritually when the veil opens and spirit leaves the body. Do you feel like the veil is thinning more now than ever? Share with us your perspective in the comments! Want to watch instead? We're on YouTube! Want to drop us a line, book a session, or get into Elle's next Spirit Communication Class?: https://throughtheveilpodcast.com Want to join our private Facebook group?: https://www.facebook.com/groups/255541367482301 Music by: Music by: Born Twice // Eyal Raz #hospice #hospicenurse #spiritteam #medium

Ru is a transgender woman who works as a hospice nurse in Ohio, and since 2018 has been involved as an immersive artists, virtual DJ, and event producer holding weekly events in her psychedelic space called Kaleidosky, which is nominated for Best Music Experience for Raindance Immersive 2024. I had a chance to get a tour of her Kaleidosky 3.0 event space where she showed me how the intuitive VJ system works in creating feedback-loop fractal art in a kaleidoscope that's projected onto a sphere serves as a fully immersive skybox with a floating island in the middle that contains plenty of hang out spots, mini games, and a dancefloor. Kaleidosky has an indie art spirit with a lot of avant-garde performances, with many of them being within the trance or psychedelic trance (aka psytrance) genre, but performers are not limited to this genre. There ends up being an experimental vibe, and happened to have a lot more intimate conversations happening and deep listening happening rather than intensive dancing. Ru doesn't even consider Kaleidosky to be a club, but more of an event space for DJs and VJ artists to experiment with their artistic practice. Ru has featured over 300 different performers since opening the first Kaleidosky in December 2022 and holding events on a weekly basis. I had a chance to catch up with Ru to get a lot more context about her story as being one of the most prolific virtual music event producers in the VRChat scene. Be sure to join the Beat Syndicate group in VRChat and follow her on X (formerly Twitter) for more information on upcoming events. Also be sure to also check out these YouTube documentaries about the clubbing scene in VRChat as well as explorations of gender, and the thriving trans community on VRChat. I Went Clubbing in Virtual Reality: Raves of VRChat by Josef Lorenzo on PBS Voices [which features Ru and her Kaleidosky club] Why are there SO many Trans people in VRChat? Gender, Identity, and Self Discovery by The Virtual Reality Show Identity, Gender, and VRChat (Why is everyone in VR an anime girl?) by Straszfilms This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

Near-death experience podcast 1006 guest is David Parker, former hospice who has also had his own NDE experience as well. David's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@UncleDavesKitchen CONTACT: Email: jeff@jeffmarapodcast.com WEBSITE www.jeffmarapodcast.com SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmarapodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffmarapodcast/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffmaraP/ JeffMara does not endorse any of his guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect the opinions of the host. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jeffrey-s-reynolds/support

Lauren the Mortician and Hospice Nurse Penny engage in deep, thought-provoking conversations about death, dying and ghost encounters on night shift. Penny, with her extensive experience in hospice care, offers valuable insights and compassionate perspectives on end-of-life care. And by the way, did you know there's a facebook page dedicated to hating on hospice? Yeah, we didn't either. But let's dive in.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffin-conversations--6084278/support.

Choices with Sips and Wishes, Breaking the Silence: Embracing End-of-Life   Navigating End-of-Life Conversations with Amy Hensley In this episode of 'Hospice Explained', host Marie Betcher, RN, interviews Amy Hensley, a former graphic designer turned RN, hospice nurse, and end-of-life educator. Amy Hensley shares her career journey from graphic design to nursing, emphasizing her passion for hospice care and the importance of end-of-life education. Together, they discuss Amy's business, Sips and Wishes, which aims to facilitate difficult end-of-life conversations through educational parties. These gatherings allow individuals and families to discuss and document their medical wishes in a supportive environment. Amy underlines the significance of choosing the right medical power of attorney and having open discussions about end-of-life preferences to prevent family conflicts and ensure one's wishes are respected.  They also touch on the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in addressing end-of-life issues and the potential for personal and legal documents to be overridden by family members. The episode highlights the need for ongoing conversation and education around end-of-life decisions to support individuals and their families during challenging times. https://www.sipsandwishesparty.com/ 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 01:19 Amy's Journey and Insights into Hospice Care 00:35 Meet Amy Hensley: From Graphic Designer to Hospice Nurse 01:22 Amy's Journey and Insights into Hospice Care 02:40 The Challenges and Rewards of Hospice Work 04:59 The Birth of Sips and Wishes: Educating on End-of-Life Decisions 07:25 The Structure and Impact of Sips and Wishes Parties 10:17 The Importance of Conversations and Legal Preparations 16:59 Navigating Family Dynamics and Legalities in End-of-Life Planning 29:24 The Importance of Continuous Conversation and Legal Updates 30:30 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect with Sips and Wishes 30:45 Connecting with Amy and Sips and Wishes 32:10 Closing Thoughts and Invitation to Subscribe   Hospice Explained Affiliates and Contact:   Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.   In addition you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Affiliate for DNA is Love listeners also get a 5% discount!! https://dnaislove.com/?coupon=hospiceexplained5  The Death Deck and the E*O*L deck:  https://thedeathdeck.goaffpro.com/   Kacie Gikonyo's Death Doula School https://hospiceexplained--deathdoulaschool.thrivecart.com/death-doula-school/ Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com

This episode is a little different from the norm. Usually we talk to someone who has experienced something really unusual. But every once in a while, I like to have a guest on who has an unusual job – a job that I find really interesting and have lots of questions about. So that's what we're doing here today. My guest is Julie – she works as a hospice nurse. She's been doing this for many years, so she has lots of information, and lots of stories. Every one of us is unique as an individual, but we all have something in common – we are all going to die eventually. And in some cases, we might get a medical diagnosis that says we have a certain number of weeks or months left before that happens. Of course, it's usually just a rough guess and not always accurate. But still, it's a sobering thing to have a medical professional tell you that there are no more treatment options, and you're probably approaching the end of your life. That's often when hospice care enters the picture. So Julie told me all about that and what she does as a hospice nurse. And there was something I also found very interesting that Julie told me, about herself. She has a very specific fear – and it's not one that I would have guessed, based on the type of work she does. Julie has a fear of dead people. If you'd like to contact Julie, her email is: justjulie63@gmail.com. She's also in the Facebook group, where you should be too! Full show notes and pictures for this episode are here: https://WhatWasThatLike.com/168 Graphics for this episode by Bob Bretz. Transcription was done by James Lai. Get every episode ad-free, AND get all the Raw Audio exclusive episodes to binge, by joining the other listeners at What Was That Like PLUS. Try What Was That Like PLUS free: iPhone: at the top of the What Was That Like podcast feed, click on “Try free” Android: on your phone, go to WhatWasThatLike.com/PLUS and click to try it free on any app   Sponsor deals: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/whatwas. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/whatwas and get on your way to being your best self. Go to cookunity.com/What or enter code What before checkout for 50% off your first week. Go to Seed.com/WHAT and use code 25WHAT to get 25% off your first month. Go to rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today! To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/WHATWAS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 462 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews James Dibben, RN, a dedicated hospice nurse, educator, and advocate who is passionate about supporting other nurses equally dedicated to hospice and end-of-life care. As the founder of The Hospice Nursing Podcast and The Hospice Nursing Community, James is on a mission to make sure that hospice nurses have the support and education to be successful and satisfied in their careers. James began his hospice career in 2015 when he accepted a position as an RN Case Manager. He has also served as a hospice admissions nurse, patient care manager, clinical director, and administrator. He also experience as an LPN in long term care, critical care, private duty, and mental health. Connect with James Dibben: Confessions of a Hospice Nurse The Hospice Nursing Podcast The Hospice Nursing Community Facebook Instagram TikTok LinkedIn X ----------- Nurse Keith is a holistic career coach for nurses, professional podcaster, published author, award-winning blogger, inspiring keynote speaker, and successful nurse entrepreneur. Connect with Nurse Keith at NurseKeith.com, and on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Nurse Keith lives in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico with his lovely fiancée, Shada McKenzie, a highly gifted traditional astrologer and reader of the tarot. You can find Shada at The Circle and the Dot. The Nurse Keith Show is a proud member of The Health Podcast Network, one of the largest and fastest-growing collections of authoritative, high-quality podcasts taking on the tough topics in health and care with empathy, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. The podcast is adroitly produced by Rob Johnston of 520R Podcasting, and Mark Capispisan is our stalwart social media ringmaster and newsletter wrangler.

As we close out our For the Love of Facing Your Fears series, we're diving headfirst into a topic that we will all face at one point in our lives (hopefully later than sooner); our very own expiration dates. It's one of humanity's most universal yet daunting fears, and we've got a compassionate and experienced guide to walk us through the kinds of things we might wonder about, and the beautiful unexpected moments that can accompany our final days. Hadley Vlahos is a hospice nurse whose life experiences and work have provided her with profound insights into the final chapter of our lives. Hadley opens up about her personal journey through struggles and grief, her entry into nursing as a calling, and her perspectives on the beauty that can be found even in our final moments. Her book, "The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments," encapsulates powerful stories from the bedside of the dying, some of which she shares with us, including the tranquility of the in-between and the serendipitous moments bringing peace to those passing. With over 1.4 million followers captivated by her TikTok narratives, Hadley's perspective takes the edge off the many worries we may have about the end-of-life process. Join us for a truly poignant exchange that affirms life's beauty—and its beautiful conclusion. * * * Thought-Provoking Quotes: “Most people think [death] is very sudden. There was a recent study that over 80% of what we're shown on TV is very violent and sudden. In reality, the way I compare it is to birth; just like how our bodies know how to give birth and they know how to grow a baby, the majority of time with death, our bodies do know how to die.” - Hadley Vlahos “For someone to say, ‘You know what, I'm going to I'm going to go home and I'm going to be with my family and I would like to remain comfortable.' I think that there's a lot of power in that, and I don't see it as giving up at all. I see it as taking your fate into your own hands.” - Hadley Vlahos “I wish more people would just talk to each other about the end. Surprisingly, even though someone's in hospice, I still see a lot of hesitancy to talk about the end. When they can do that, I find that patients feel a lot more peace around the end and what is coming.” - Hadley Vlahos “What am I doing today that I would be excited to be telling my hospice nurse about one day? And that has given me an incredible drive and passion for life that I just totally didn't expect.” - Hadley Vlahos Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The In-Between: Unforgettable encounters during life's final moments by Hadley Vlahos Five Wishes Guest's Links: Hadley's Website Hadley's Instagram Hadley's Facebook Hadley's Twitter Hadley's TikTok Connect with Jen! Jen's website Jen's Instagram Jen's Twitter Jen's Facebook Jen's YouTube The For the Love Podcast is a production of Four Eyes Media, presented by Audacy.  Four Eyes Media: https://www.iiiimedia.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Goals of care discussions are among the most difficult to navigate as a nurse, BUT there are ways to provide both comfort and clarity to patients and their families in these emotionally charged situations.In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini and Hospice Nurse AJ share tips and insights on how to approach these challenging discussions with sensitivity and respect, all while keeping patient's wishes at the forefront of treatment. From how to start the conversation to addressing concerns, they cover strategies for approaching family members in person or on the phone.This episode explores not just the words and phrases nurses should employ, but also the compassion that patients and their families need as they step into the grieving process. AJ and Sarah also discuss how to handle various scenarios, including ones where the family is in disagreement or is struggling to make a decision on care.After listening, you'll have skills necessary to navigate the nuances of communicating effectively about goals of care and balancing clinical objectives with empathy. Tune in to learn how to have clear, compassionate goals of care discussions!Topics discussed in this episode:How to start the conversation on goals of careThings to say to the family and things to avoidWhat DNR means for end of life careDealing with conflicting family opinionsCommunicating with family by telephonePreparing the family to see critically ill loved onesA nurse's role in facilitating the family's grieving processMentioned in this episode:AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!Rapid Response and Rescue Intro CourseCONNECT