149 Understanding the Role of Professional Fiduciaries with Sara Ecklein In episode 149 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN, interviews Sara Ecklein, a private fiduciary and host of the Legacy of Love podcast. Sara shares her journey from witnessing a loved one's final days to becoming a professional fiduciary who helps families navigate elder care, conservatorships, special needs trusts, and long-term care planning. She discusses the importance of estate planning, the roles of trustees and power of attorney, and the value of ongoing conversations about end-of-life wishes. The episode emphasizes the importance of clear communication and proactive planning to avoid family conflicts and ensure a smooth transition during difficult times. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:29 About the Host and Podcast 00:39 Cloud 9 Care System Partnership 01:39 Interview with Sara Ecklein Begins 03:12 Sara's Journey to Becoming a Fiduciary 04:41 Understanding the Role of a Professional Fiduciary 11:09 Importance of Estate Planning 12:46 Challenges and Misconceptions in Estate Planning 16:52 The Emotional and Practical Aspects of Estate Planning 27:37 Final Thoughts and Contact Information 29:59 Conclusion and Call to Action   Sara's Free Workbook offer:  <a href= "https://www.trustandhonor.co/workbook">https://www.trustandhonor.co/workbook</a> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-legacy-of-love/id1756395177?i=1000661709611"> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-legacy-of-love/id1756395177?i=1000661709611</a> Contact Sara:  LinkedIn: <a href= "http://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-ecklein" target="_blank" rel= "noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-ecklein&source=gmail&ust=1745362196322000&usg=AOvVaw0AoA49HJovhtgjrJImw3CD">www.linkedin.com/in/sara-ecklein</a> Facebook: @Sara Ecklein, CLPF Instagram: <a id="m_-217053578683523016plusReplyChip-1" class= "gmail_plusreply"></a>@themindfulfiduciary Website: <a href= "https://www.trustandhonor.co/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.trustandhonor.co/&source=gmail&ust=1745362196322000&usg=AOvVaw2ylS3dwguwRGd4PAxgoMB2"> https://www.trustandhonor.co/</a> National Guardianship Associates: <a href="https://www.guardianship.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.guardianship.org/&source=gmail&ust=1745362196322000&usg=AOvVaw0stcpt6pBhb2gt_0J1QQ_v"> https://www.guardianship.org/</a> 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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