152 The Importance of Rest and Laughter in Hospice Care In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, emphasizes the importance of rest and laughter for caregivers and families navigating the end-of-life season. Marie discusses the need for periodic breaks and introduces listeners to the Cloud Nine care system for preventing pressure injuries. She shares practical tips for incorporating rest, prayer, and humor into daily routines. Marie also hints at an upcoming episode featuring Nicole, a founder of Hero Generation. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe and share the podcast. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:29 Host Introduction and Podcast Creation 00:47 Partnership with Cloud Nine Care System 01:13 Short Episode Announcement 01:29 Importance of Rest and Self-Care 02:34 Encouragement and Inspiration 03:35 Conclusion and Upcoming Episode Teaser     Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  <a href= "https://Episode%20147%20The%20Importance%20of%20Hospice%20and%20End-of-Life%20Planning%20In%20this%20episode%20of%20'Hospice%20Explained,'%20host%20and%20former%20hospice%20nurse%20Marie%20Bettcher,%20RN,%20provides%20essential%20information%20about%20hospice%20care,%20palliative%20care,%20and%20the%20importance%20of%20getting%20your%20finances%20in%20order%20for%20end-of-life%20planning.%20She%20discusses%20a%20recommended%20PBS%20program%20called%20'Going%20Your%20Way,'%20which%20covers%20these%20topics%20in-depth.%20Marie%20also%20highlights%20an%20upcoming%20episode%20featuring%20a%20fiduciary%20who%20will%20talk%20about%20managing%20end-of-life%20finances.%20Additionally,%20she%20introduces%20a%20partnership%20with%20cloud9caresystem.com,%20a%20sheet%20system%20designed%20to%20prevent%20and%20heal%20pressure%20sores%20in%20bedridden%20patients.%20Listeners%20are%20encouraged%20to%20share%20their%20personal%20stories%20and%20to%20subscribe%20and%20share%20the%20podcast.%2000:00%20Introduction%20and%20Disclaimer%2000:28%20Host%20Introduction%20and%20Purpose%2000:59%20PBS%20Documentary%20Review%2001:44%20Upcoming%20Episode%20Preview%2003:09%20Partnership%20with%20Cloud%20Nine%20Care%2005:16%20Listener%20Engagement%20and%20Conclusion"> cloud9caresystem.com</a>,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You)  If you would, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link  <a href= "https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice</a> Marie's Contact <a href= "mailto:Marie@HospiceExplained.com">Marie@HospiceExplained.com</a> <a href= "https://www.HospiceExplained.com">www.HospiceExplained.com</a>   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use <a href="https://Medicare.gov">Medicare.gov</a> 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.

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