Latest Hospice quinte Podcast Episodes
Eastern Ontario Caregiver Expo 2024
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - March 25, 2024 13:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsCaregivers work tirelessly to ensure the person they’re caring for is as safe and healthy as they can make them. As a result, nearly all of their energy gets put into providing care with the resources they’ve been given, and they don’t necessarily have the time to research some goods or services...
What is a Death Doula?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - March 18, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMany people have heard of doulas in the context of giving birth, but what is a death doula? On this week’s episode of Changing Lives, we’ll be going over Death Doulas. What are they, and how do they help a person who is dying? Support the show Listen on 91x FM You can listen to episodes of "C...
How to Explain Death to a Child
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - March 11, 2024 13:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDeath can sometimes be a difficult concept to understand, especially for a child. Given there are instances where adults can sometimes reject or avoid the death of someone close to them, it can be challenging for a child to fully grasp the concept. In this episode of Changing Lives, we will go ...
Negative Coping Strategies to Avoid After a Death
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - March 04, 2024 14:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA person’s reaction to death depends on a multitude of factors. While there is no right way to mourn the death of someone you know, there can be certain actions a person could take in an attempt to cope that could be harmful to themselves or those around them. On this week’s episode of Changin...
What Does a Volunteer Do at Hospice Quinte?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - February 26, 2024 14:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsVolunteers are the lifeblood of Hospice Quinte. They are trained, compassionate, and dedicated as they provide services in our communities. In this episode of Changing Lives, we’re going to look at what our volunteers do to make Hospice Quinte work as well as it does. Support the show Listen ...
What Happens if You Die At Home Alone?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - February 05, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsOne of the benefits of choosing in-home hospice care when faced with a terminal illness is that you have a trained volunteer visiting you in your home at regular intervals to check on you. While most people will also have a caregiver to help as well, what happens if you are alone for periods of ...
What Happens to Pets When Their Owner Dies?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - January 29, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhen it comes to talking about death in relation to pets, the conversation is typically about dealing with the death of the pet. But what happens when it’s the other way around? In this week’s Episode of Changing Lives, we will examine what happens to our furry friends who are still around afte...
Answering Common Questions About Hospice Care
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - January 22, 2024 14:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsHospice care is a specialized form of healthcare that focuses on providing comfort and support to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. We often receive the same set of questions around hospice care and for someone who has never had any exposure to it in the past, there are many aspects of...
What Do You Do with a Loved One's Things When They Die?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - January 15, 2024 14:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhen someone dies, something needs to happen to all their belongings. It can feel like a major invasion of privacy to go through everything they own, and that paired with the constant reminders that they are no longer with us can make the task a particularly difficult one. On this episode of C...
How to Have a Living Funeral
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - January 08, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMany times when people die, all of their friends, family, and acquaintances come to the funeral to pay their respects and say goodbye for the final time. But you may be thinking to yourself, if I was dying, I wouldn’t want everyone that’s ever cared about me to gather after I die. I want to see ...
Changing Traditions After the Death of a Loved One
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - December 11, 2023 13:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe holidays can be a painful time for many who are grieving the loss of a loved one. There are oftentimes traditions or events that a person would be involved in that they are no longer around for, and that changes the dynamic of the whole celebration. Maybe they always read a certain story, ba...
International Volunteer Day 2023
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - December 04, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDid you know that December 5th is International Volunteer Day as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1997? This day is set aside not only to recognize the efforts of UN volunteers, but of all volunteers across the globe. So why recognize volunteerism? Volunteerism helps to ensu...
Why You Should Learn Your Family Health History
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - November 20, 2023 13:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt’s a common turn of phrase for someone to say that something “runs in their family”. Typically they’re referring to a personality trait or a physical feature. However this can also frequently refer to medical conditions. With November 26th being National Family Health History Day, let’s look...
Death in Different Cultures
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - October 30, 2023 12:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWith Halloween almost upon us, why not take some time to take a look at the origins of the holiday, some other ways different cultures celebrate death, and other traditions based around the communal celebration of death. Learn about three different events celebrating death in this week's episod...
What's it Like to Work at Hospice Quinte?
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - October 16, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsYou might think that a workplace that deals with the topic of death every single day would be a depressing one, and that discussing such a depressing topic must make for a depressing workplace culture. Here at Hospice Quinte, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In this episode of Changing...
World Hospice Palliative Care Day 2023
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - October 02, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsCelebrated annually, on the second Saturday in October, World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is a unified day of action, to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care around the world! Learn more about it on this week's episode of the "Changing Lives" podcast. Support the show Listen ...
Memories at the End of Life
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - September 25, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsAs human beings, we all experience the reality that memories can fade over time. While memories tied to strong emotions tend to stay with us throughout our lives, everyday memories are not deeply embedded in our long-term memory. Learn all about how our brains process memories and what to do t...
Planning the Care You Want at the End of Life
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - September 18, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsMost people tend to avoid having end of life care discussions. Who wants to talk about dying when talking about living is much easier and exciting! It’s much easier to envision a peaceful death where one dies quietly in their sleep. This scenario although idyllic, is not the norm and choices abo...
Harvesting Hope for Hospice Quinte Car Rally & Artisan Market
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - September 11, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsOver the course of each year, Hospice Quinte holds a variety of events to help raise funds in order to keep our programs operational. Some of our more popular events end up becoming annual affairs, and the Harvesting Hope Car Rally and Artisan Market is just such an event. On Saturday, Septembe...
Five Things Everyone Should Know About Hospice Care
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - September 04, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsToday we’re going to discuss five things that everyone should know about Hospice and palliative care. Many people may have heard these terms before and know that they have something to do with death, but might not know much more than that. Learn some of the basics when it comes to hospice pallia...
Being With Someone When They Die
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - August 14, 2023 13:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBeing present with a loved one during their final moments is an intense and profound experience. The mix of emotions, uncertainty, and mental strain can be overwhelming. It's completely normal to feel lost and unsure of how to act or what to say in such a sensitive time. Listen for more tips on ...
Your Digital Legacy
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - August 11, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFor many, managing all your social media accounts and other online login information can be a hassle under the best of circumstances. Now imagine having to pass all that information on to a loved one after hearing you have a terminal illness. Your digital presence online is something that will l...
Preparing Financially for Death
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - August 03, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsComing to terms with the fact that you are dying can be very difficult. There are a lot of emotions that a person goes through as they try to understand that something they once may have thought was a far off event is now at their doorstep. Everything from spending as much time with your loved o...
History of Hospice Quinte
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - July 18, 2023 17:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsSince 1985, Hospice Quinte has been providing much needed support to the terminally ill, their caregivers, and those struggling with the challenges of grief, and from here, we are only seeking to do more! Hear all about how Hospice Quinte started and where it is today on this week's episode. S...
Creating a Caregiver Respite Plan
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - July 13, 2023 20:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIf you have ever flown on an aircraft, you may recall the oxygen mask demonstration and the instructions to put your own mask on first before attempting to assist other passengers. As a society we are more likely to follow directions than to ask others for help. In 2018, Stats Canada reported t...
Debunking Stigmas Around Death
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - July 11, 2023 19:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt’s no secret that death is not an easy thing to talk about. In fact, it’s a topic that is so often avoided, many people have some incorrect perceptions around the process of dying. Not having the right information can make what is already a tough time to go through even more difficult. Learn m...
Fundraising at Hospice Quinte
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - July 11, 2023 19:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIt’s a regular occurrence that people ask how much it costs to access the services at Hospice Quinte. Those people are often surprised to learn that everything is completely free of charge for the end-of-life care we provide, as well as other services like our bereavement support groups. It’s 10...
Planning a Vigil
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - June 12, 2023 18:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsVigil planning may not be top of mind for patients and their families in the early stages of receiving palliative care services. However, discussing vigil planning can be a part of your advance care planning process. The vigiling process ensures that the person is not alone while making their tr...
Life is Hard. Hospice Quinte Can Help
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - February 15, 2023 19:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsReceiving a diagnosis of a life-limiting or terminal illness can be devastating and can send patients and their families into a state of despair and hopelessness. Planning for end-of-life care may seem overwhelming, but many services are available to help people live well during the terminal ph...
Hospice Quinte's In-Home Hospice Service
Hospice Quinte: Changing Lives Podcast - January 30, 2023 05:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat would happen if you were diagnosed with a terminal illness? Where and how would you like to live out the rest of your life? If you and your family have decided that you wish to die at home, then accessing the proper resources and services will lessen some of the potential strain of caregivi...
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