Courage in the Face of Lung Disease
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is an interstitial lung disease (ILD) that does not have a known cause. People have symptoms of worsening difficulty breathing, worsening lung function, and poor o...
9 Jul 20211h 15min
Enhancing Lives with Dignity Therapy
How can we make the end of life meaningful, retaining dignity, honor, respect, and esteem? We discuss a concept called Dignity in Care - practical ideas and tools to support a culture of compassion a...
2 Jul 20211h 1min
The New Alzheimer's Drug
The FDA recently approved a new drug (Aduhlem) for Alzheimer's, but is it really of benefit? What are the risks? Learn more about the background of clinical trials, the FDA approval, and things you ...
25 Jun 20211h 9min
Midwives for the End of Life
End-of-life doulas (also called midwives) are similar to birth midwives - they advise and advocate for a client's wishes; in this case, how they perceive a "good death." We also interview Linda Barna...
18 Jun 202129min
Planning a Memorial Ceremony for Your Pet
Today we are talking with a Lucy Morganstern, a pet doula. Pet doulas complement end of life care for a pet, supporting both the animals and their owners with compassionate care, and help the owners ...
11 Jun 202154min
Communication with a Loved One After their Death
Have you had a loved one who communicate with you after their death? In this episode we explore after death communications (ADC) - direct contact from someone who has died. Support the show Connect w...
4 Jun 20211h 7min
Learn to Thrive with a Colostomy
Whether you or a loved one have a colostomy because of bowel inflammation, infection, injury, or cancer, learn about how to not just manage a colostomy, but inspiration to thrive with one! Support the...
28 Mai 202149min
Nonpharmacological Management of Dementia
Research indicates the environment can be at least as important as medications for managing dementia. Interventions will differ depending on the cause and stage of the disease. Learn all about what ...
21 Mai 202137min
