Having Important Conversations About End-of-Life Care With Loved Ones
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Hospice combines the expertise of doctors, nurses, social workers, spiritual counselors, home health aides and volunteers to create an interdisciplinary team that provides care for individuals and their families during times of life-limiting illness. For Jan Jones, there is no greater calling than to have worked in an industry that helps people design end-of-life care based on what matters most to individuals. Jan recommends various resources, including websites and books that can also assist with these conversations, several of which are linked at the end of this blog. After listening to this episode, you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of the central role hospice plays in home care and in helping honor a loved one’s wishes. Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Dr. Atul Gawande
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