160 Transforming End-of-Life Care: The International Doula Life Movement with Anna Adams In episode 160 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN, interviews Anna Adams, a seasoned professional with over 25 years in hospice and elder care. Anna, a certified end-of-life doula and founder of the International Doula Life Movement (IDLM), shares her journey of establishing IDLM, a global initiative aimed at training and supporting end-of-life doulas. The episode delves into the comprehensive educational programs IDLM offers, emphasizing the importance of community, support, and continuous learning. Anna explains how the organization integrates compassionate, ethical, and culturally sensitive care into the doula role, ensuring every individual receives dignity and respect in their final days. The discussion also highlights IDLM's approach to building relationships with hospices, the unique support system for doulas, and the profound impact of end-of-life education. Anna's insights offer listeners a deeper understanding of the vital role of doulas in hospice care. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:28 Meet Your Host: Marie Betcher RN 00:46 Partnership with Cloud 9 Care 01:28 Interview with Anna Adams: Experience and Mission 03:16 Founding the International Doula Life Movement (IDLM) 05:49 IDLM's Training and Support Programs 10:59 The Role of a Doula in Hospice Care 17:43 Global Impact and Community Building 30:13 How to Connect with IDLM 31:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell <a href= "https://www.internationaldoulalifemovement.com/">https://www.internationaldoulalifemovement.com/</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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