Episode Details

In Episode 133 of Hospice Explained, the host welcomes Kathy Dempsey, an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and RN. Kathy shares her personal journey to Scottsdale, her move inspired by illness, and her relationship with Ron Black, who was diagnosed with stage four renal cancer. Kathy introduces the concept of 'living funerals,' an interactive way for terminal patients to attend their own funeral, share moments with loved ones, and reflect on life. She discusses the profound impacts these events had on Ron and another mentor, Bob Pike. Kathy also shares resources on organizing living funerals and talks about her podcast, 'Rethinking Death,' which encourages people to live well today to die well tomorrow.