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10 This is a Recap of Season 1-Episodes 1-9

Hospice Explained: Season 1 Recap of Episodes 1-9 and Helping Hands In the 10th episode and season finale of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, an RN with 30 years' experience, gives a short recap of the series' inaugural season which includes explaining the purpose of hospice, the medical professionals involved, insurance coverage, and the essentiality of discussing end-of-life decisions with family. She also discusses how non-immediate family members/friends can assist in hospice care, such as by performing chores or scheduling visits. Marie announces that Season 2 will commence June 2021, focusing more on personal experiences, and invites potential interviewees to get in touch. 00:00 Introduction and Host Background 01:09 How to Help as a Non-Family Member 01:49 Recap of Season 1: Understanding Hospice 02:50 The Role of Medical Providers in Hospice 03:10 The Role of Family and Friends in Hospice 03:57 Understanding the POLST and End of Life Symptoms 04:26 Resources for More Information on Hospice 04:48 Conclusion and Call to Action

https://hospicefoundation.org/Hospice-Care/Hospice-Services

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/hospice-care

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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

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Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExpl