Sep 29, 2017

One of the best, and most comprehensive books we have ever read on the subject of caregiving has just recently been released.  Living With Dying is written by 2 friends who have extensive experience as hospice caregivers.  

Jahnna Beecham & Katie Ortlip wrote this book after Jahnna served as her dad's personal...

Sep 26, 2017

It's been 3 weeks since Hurricane Harvey unleashed its fury on the Gulf Coast of the U.S.  In the midst of Hurricane Harvey we decided to record a podcast. If you haven't listened to it yet, it's Special Episode #2.  In the background you can hear the thunder from the storm.  

In this Special Episode, we talk about the...

Sep 22, 2017

As hospice professionals, we believe very strongly in 2 things:

1) Empowering people to create advance directives regarding their health care. 

2) Using smartphone apps.

Ok, so #2 is not really something we believe in that strongly. However, this 5 for Friday podcast shares an incredible smartphone app that can help...

Sep 15, 2017

The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) is a non-profit advocacy group based in Alexandria, Virginia.  Their mission is to be advocates for terminally ill patients and their families, as well as providing education and training for those who serve terminally ill patients.  

In this episode, Helen...

Sep 8, 2017

Hospice Compare is a new online resource provided by Medicare.gov that can assist you in making an informed decision when you're needing to choose a hospice provider.  

The information listed on the website is based on surveys that are submitted electronically to Medicare from people whose loved ones have actually...