In this deeply moving and informative episode of the Eldercare Success podcast, we dive into the challenging world of hospice care. This is the first part of a two-part series designed to provide comfort and clarity during one of life's most difficult times. Your host, Nancy May shares valuable insights into the hospice industry, highlighting both its compassionate mission and the complexities of its for-profit and non-profit models. By shedding light on personal experiences and offering practical advice, this episode aims to make the journey a bit more bearable for caregivers and their loved ones. 🌸

1. Hospice Care Models: Understand the difference between for-profit and non-profit hospice organizations and their impact on care quality. 🏥
2. Making Informed Choices: Learn the importance of research, as well as when and how to ask questions about hospice agencies to ensure the best care for your loved one. 📚
3. Emotional Preparedness: Some key emotional challenges and pressures of making hospice decisions and how to cope with them. 💔
4. Cost Considerations: Be aware of potential costs associated with hospice care and the importance of clarifying what is covered by insurance and other sources. 💸
5. Types of Hospice Care: Explore the options of hospice at home versus inpatient hospice facilities and what each entails for caregivers and patients. 🏡

Stay tuned for part two, where your host, Nancy May, shares more facts, personal experiences, additional insights, and more details to help you with your caregiving journey.

Helpful Links: 📌

• Podcast: Eldercare Success (please share with those you care about)
• Book: How to Survive 911 Medical Emergencies, Step-by-Step Before, During, and After
• Eldercare Success on YouTube
• Eldercare Success, link to ask Nancy a question: A small blue tab on the right side of the page says "Send a Voice Mail Message to Nancy." Click on that and follow the directions on the pop-up. Then, send me your comments and questions so I can answer them on the show.

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