164 Embracing Life Through Loss: A Conversation with Andy Chaleff In this insightful episode of Hospice Explained (Episode 164), host Marie Betcher RN interviews Andy Chaleff, an award-winning author and speaker whose work delves into grief, love, and transformation. They discuss Chaleff's book 'Dying to Live,' his personal journey through loss, and the impactful experiences that shaped his writing. Chaleff shares his motivations, the profound loss of his mother, and the transformative power of vulnerability and authenticity. Together, they explore themes of forgiveness, the importance of silence, and how to find peace and meaning in life's most challenging moments. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:28 Meet the Host: Marie Betcher RN 00:46 Guest Introduction: Andy Chaleff 01:47 Andy's Motivation for Writing 'Dying to Live' 02:28 Personal Tragedy: The Loss of Andy's Mother 04:17 The Last Letter: Inspiration and Impact 06:09 Living with Urgency: Lessons from Loss 18:13 The Role of Silence in Healing 21:48 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 28:52 Closing Remarks and Gratitude <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Dying-Live-Finding-Meaning-Spiritual/dp/B0FH1JJGLG"> https://www.amazon.com/Dying-Live-Finding-Meaning-Spiritual/dp/B0FH1JJGLG</a> If you would, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained please use the Buy me a Coffee link <a href= "https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice</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) 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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