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Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Otago Community Hospice

28 episodes

9 months ago

Many family are supporting someone to stay at home while they live with dementia. In this interview with Lyneta Russell from Alzheimers New Zealand we look at some of the tools available to support their family member to live with dignity and retain what control they canWe would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, ...

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Many family are supporting someone to stay at home while they live with dementia. In this interview with Lyneta Russell from Alzheimers New Zealand we look at some of the tools available to support their family member to live with dignity and retain what control they canWe would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, ...

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Episodes (20/28)

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 28 Dementia With Dignity

Many family are supporting someone to stay at home while they live with dementia. In this interview with Lyneta Russell from Alzheimers New Zealand we look at some of the tools available to support their family member to live with dignity and retain what control they canWe would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, ...

1 year ago

37 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 27 Whānau Manaaki

Māori know what's right for their own whānau and care for their whānau beautifully. However for some there may be a disconnection from their whakapapa, from their iwi, from their tikanga. This conversation with Diane Perenara, nurse, and Equity and Partnerships Manager at Arohanui Hospice, discusses reconnecting and shares a website that is dedicated to supporting Māori whānau providing care to adults and kaumatua at the end of life while taking care of their whānau.We would love to hea...

1 year ago

19 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 26 - Four Things to Say When Someone is Dying

Four simple phrases: “Please forgive me,” “I forgive you,” “Thank you,” and “I love you” — carry enormous power to mend and nurture our relationships and inner lives. In this conversation with Dr. Ira Byock he explains how we can practice these phrases in our day to day lives and the impact they can have. Dr. Ira Byock is a palliative care physician from the USA and the author of three books - "Dying Well", "The Best Care Possible" and "The Four Things That Matter...

1 year ago

40 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 25 - Life Stories and Other Memory Gifts

Writing a biography is one way of celebrating a life that can bring pleasure to both the person telling their story and to those who treasure the record they have to remember them by. This episode explains why this can mean so much and offers tips on how to go about recording someone's story.There are also suggestions that might appeal for creating memory bears, cushions, or other memory gifts. A guide for planning your biography is available on the Otago Community Hospice WebsiteW...

1 year ago

21 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 24 - Helping Someone Move Safely

When we are caring for another person we often need to help them move around. This episode offers some advice on some of the things you can do to protect yourself while helping them to move between furniture, or in a bed, safely. Please also follow this link to watch videos on assisting someone, and also on giving someone a bath or hair wash in bed. https://www.youtube.com/@otagocommunityhospice817/videos We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions...

1 year ago

21 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 23 - Can We Talk? Opening Up Conversations About Dying

We often find when someone is dying they or their family struggle to talk about it. People may be reluctant to start a conversation or they may want to talk but just don't know how. This interview with Dr Kathryn Mannix shares some stories from her own experiences and offers ways to initiate a conversation, or perhaps a way to be comfortable with letting that conversation go. Dr. Kathryn Mannix is a palliative care physician from the UK dedicated to supporting public understanding ...

1 year ago

50 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

EP 19 - Children in Grief

We often want to protect children from grief, but this is not always possible, or desirable. Children need to be supported to process their grief in an age appropriate way. We share some suggestions for how to best meet the needs of your child. Featuring Paul McCone, a counsellor at Cranford Hospice who has experience working with children and adolescents through grief and loss.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written...

2 years ago

28 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 22 - Moving Into Aged Care - The Emotional Impact

When someone we care for moves into aged care it can have an impact on us as well as the person moving in. This episode identifies some of the ways this can surface, and tips for dealing with the challenges ahead. Featuring Sally Fleming, a Nurse Practitioner specialising in palliative care in an aged care setting. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find ...

2 years ago

27 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 20 - Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults Going Through Grief

Teenagers and young adults might already find life complicated, so adding in loss and grief can be especially challenging. Maintaining relationships is a key starting point to supporting them through this time. Featuring Paul McOnie, a counsellor at Cranford Hospice who has experience working with children and adolescents through grief and loss.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this ...

2 years ago

21 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 21 - Moving Into Aged Care - Practical Tips

Having to transition into aged care is a challenge many of us will face. We explore very practical tips and ideas to make this transition easier.Featuring Sally Fleming, a Nurse Practitioner specialising in palliative care in an aged care setting.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram E...

2 years ago

28 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 18 - Relationships and Intimacy at the End of Life

Relationships and Intimacy at the End of LifeRelationships can be challenging at the best of time. So when a loved one gets a terminal diagnosis, it’s a tough time for many. The power of touch, connection and intimacy during this journey can be significant to both carer and patient. We shares some ideas to help you sustain your relationship. Featuring Clare Greensmith, a registered psychotherapist with a working interest in relationships and intimacy at the end of life.We would love to h...

2 years ago

23 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 16 - Guided Relaxation Technique

This six minute recording can help with feelings of anxiety or a busy mind.It can be listened to whenever is most convenient for you, however a good time is just before bed, or before something you expect to be challenging.Once you have become familiar with the recording you can start to practice the technique on your own so you can draw on it, even when you don’t have the recording handy.Additionally this is particularly useful for those dealing with COPDWe would love to hear from you. Click...

3 years ago

7 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 17 - Guided Relaxation and Visualisation

This relaxation and visualisation recording can help with feelings of anxiety or a busy mind. It is also particularly useful for those dealing with COPD.It uses imagery to create a positive experience in your mind and body. It can be listened to whenever is most convenient for you, however a good time is just before bed, or before something you expect to be challenging.We recommend listening to this a couple of times a day to begin with to help reduce existing background levels of s...

3 years ago

7 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 14 - Covering Off Legal Matters

What you need to know about Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney, in New ZealandAn interview with Jenny Guthrie, a senior partner at Wilkinson Rogers Law. Jenny has also been involved with the board of Otago Hospice for the last 25 year.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Email us: ...

3 years ago

20 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 15 - Funeral Planning

Making some choices in advance is crucial, and can help your patient as well. Don’t leave this planning to the last minute, we’ve got lots of tips on how a funeral can be run.An interview with Clark Campbell, a fourth generation funeral director.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Em...

3 years ago

26 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 13 - Myths around Morphine and other Meds

There are plenty of myths around about Hospice and use of Morphine – but this episode explodes those myths, and details how meds work at the end of life.An interview with Dr Chris Hopkins, a palliative care doctor at Otago Community Hospice. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram E...

3 years ago

28 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 3 - Pills & Potions - Managing The Meds

The meds on this journey can be confusing and overwhelming – we provide tips on managing new, different and changing medications.An interview with Nik Wild, a pharmacist for over 30 years who has been involved with hospice for over 15 years and has an l in-depth understanding of palliative and end of life medications We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out...

3 years ago

12 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 12 - Different Forms Of Grief & Some Helpful Tools

Your world has turned topsy turvy. This episode provides are some key actions to help you stay the right way up. An interview with Stefan Petersohn, a counsellor who works alongside both young people and with those dealing with grief. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our website, facebook or instagram Ema...

3 years ago

20 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 2 - Small and Tasty - Tempting Someone To Eat

Meals can become difficult at end of life – learn about the signs of when to encourage someone to eat, knowing when to let them be, and meeting the food desires of your patient.An interview with Dr. Sue MacDonell, a dietitian with a wealth of experience in palliative nutrition.We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more about Otago Community Hospice via our we...

3 years ago

22 minutes

Ending Life Well. A podcast series for carers

Ep 9 - What Does Grief Look Like

Grief has so many different forms of expression; it’s not always about crying. Learn to recognise how your and others grief is conveyed.An interview with Shireen Tresslor, a counsellor with a health psychology background and a long term interest in grief and loss, especially around chronic or terminal disease. We would love to hear from you. Click here to send us your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Written resources to support this podcast can be found here Find out more a...

3 years ago

20 minutes