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Everything End of Life.

Jason

31 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text People, we need more people to consider becoming Foster carers which is a paid profession! See if this is for you and if you can get involved. Dive into the heart of foster care with Elle, the passionate founder of Eastern Fostering Services. Her journey from nurse to fostering advocate spans over three decades, rooted in a childhood where fostering was "in her blood" through her experience working with Barnardo's. Elle reveals the stark reality facing the UK's care system tod...

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Send us a text People, we need more people to consider becoming Foster carers which is a paid profession! See if this is for you and if you can get involved. Dive into the heart of foster care with Elle, the passionate founder of Eastern Fostering Services. Her journey from nurse to fostering advocate spans over three decades, rooted in a childhood where fostering was "in her blood" through her experience working with Barnardo's. Elle reveals the stark reality facing the UK's care system tod...

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Health & Fitness,

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Episodes (20/31)

Everything End of Life.

Breaking Barriers in Foster Care

Send us a text People, we need more people to consider becoming Foster carers which is a paid profession! See if this is for you and if you can get involved. Dive into the heart of foster care with Elle, the passionate founder of Eastern Fostering Services. Her journey from nurse to fostering advocate spans over three decades, rooted in a childhood where fostering was "in her blood" through her experience working with Barnardo's. Elle reveals the stark reality facing the UK's care system tod...

1 month ago

27 minutes

Everything End of Life.

How Female Leaders Are Reshaping Workplaces with Compassion

Send us a text The leadership landscape is changing, but not fast enough. Linda Fisk, founder of Leadership Global, pulls back the curtain on the persistent gender gap in corporate leadership during this revealing conversation about women's path to the C-suite. Drawing from her extensive background as a Chief Marketing Officer for major media corporations like Discovery Channel and Scripps Networks before becoming CEO of multiple organisations, Linda shares startling statistics that paint a ...

4 months ago

24 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Meet the Guardian Angel for Your End-of-Life Planning

Send us a text Death may be the ultimate truth serum, but most of us avoid discussing it until we absolutely must. In this deeply insightful conversation with professional fiduciary Sarah Eklein, we explore why end-of-life planning isn't just about legal documents—it's about creating what she beautifully calls "a legacy of love, not a mess." Sarah draws from her unique experience working with clients in their final life chapters to illuminate the tremendous gift of proper planning. As someon...

5 months ago

32 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Sir John Timpson on Family Values Shape a Business Empire and 90 Foster Children

Send us a text Discover the remarkable journey of Sir John Timpson, who transformed both his family's historic business and countless lives through revolutionary management practices and profound personal commitment to fostering children. From the humble beginnings of a shoe shop in 1865, Sir John shares how Timpson evolved into a service empire built on a radical premise: trust your people completely. "There are only two rules," he explains. "Look the part and put the money in the till." Th...

6 months ago

37 minutes

Everything End of Life.

From Hurricane to Home: How Fostering Changed Our Family Forever

Send us a text A family transformed by fostering shares their raw, honest journey of opening their home to two young children from backgrounds of neglect. After a year of fostering two siblings who arrived unable to use cutlery, without proper clothing, and never having experienced boundaries, this family reveals the beautiful transformation they've witnessed—and experienced themselves. What makes this conversation particularly insightful is the multiple perspectives shared: Sarah, who moved...

6 months ago

7 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Pajama Philosophy: How Three Sisters Define Compassion.

Send us a text Join me for the very first silly, experimental episode of everything EOL. It's a bit fun the girls and I recorded at Xmas to test the equipment and explore the concept of Compassion. What does compassion truly look like in our everyday lives? Drawing the curtains back on my own family dynamics, this heartfelt conversation with my three daughters reveals the beautiful, sometimes messy reality of how we care for one another. Through candid dialogue that bounces between laughter ...

6 months ago

9 minutes

Everything End of Life.

When Strangers Become Family: How Compassionate Communities Transform Lives

Send us a text From isolation to belonging, this heartfelt conversation with Jill Wilkinson reveals the transformative power of compassionate communities. After relocating to Colchester nine years ago, Jill found herself trapped in a cycle of anxiety and loneliness until a chance encounter with local mental health advocate Shawn Leek's walking group changed everything. With raw honesty, Jill shares her personal journey of finding connection through Colchester's growing compassionate communit...

7 months ago

33 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Embracing Life Through Cancer and Caregiving: Tracy Britten's Journey

Send us a text When Tracy Britten rushed home from her 50th birthday retreat to find her mother had just been discharged from hospital during COVID lockdowns, she had no idea how profoundly this experience would reshape her life. Sitting amidst the tranquil surroundings of Earl's Cone allotments, Tracy shares the raw reality of caring for her dying mother at home – siblings taking shifts, promising never to leave her side, and witnessing a passing so peaceful they weren't immediately certain ...

7 months ago

36 minutes

Everything End of Life.

The Personal Freedom to Choose a Dignified End

Send us a text The right to die with dignity stands as one of the most profound ethical questions of our time. Nathan Stilwell, Campaigns Manager for grassroots organization My Death, My Decision, guides us through the complexities of the Assisted Dying Bill currently making its way through Parliament – legislation that could fundamentally transform how we approach end-of-life care and personal autonomy. Nathan breaks down the historical context of suicide laws in the UK, explaining how the ...

7 months ago

48 minutes

Everything End of Life.

The forgotten teenagers battling cancer need our help now more than ever.

Send us a text At the heart of the healthcare system lies a forgotten generation - teenagers and young adults with cancer who fall into the gap between paediatric and adult services. Richard and Nikki Bowdidge know this painful reality all too well. After losing their son Tom to a rare and aggressive cancer in 2013, they transformed their grief into purpose by creating the Tom Bowdidge Youth Cancer Foundation. This conversation reveals the remarkable journey of a charity that has raised over...

8 months ago

45 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Discovering the Healing Power of Compassionate Care with Carrie Doyle

Send us a text Dive into an insightful and heartfelt discussion as we explore the rich tapestry of end-of-life care with Carrie Doyle, a dedicated soul midwife. Her journey is not only a testament to resilience following personal loss but also an enlightening look at how our experiences shape our callings. Carrie shares profound insights into the role of compassion, emphasising the importance of treating those facing the end of their lives as friends rather than patients. Through our conversa...

8 months ago

35 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Maxine Last: Embracing End-of-Life Care, Empowering Conversations, and Fostering Compassionate Change

Send us a text After a profound encounter with death as a live-in carer, Maxine Last found her calling in end-of-life care. Join us as Maxine, a Clinical Project Lead at Suffolk and North Essex Foundation Trust, shares her transformative journey and insights into the differences between palliative and end-of-life care. Together, we unravel the emotional and practical complexities of navigating careers in this deeply empathetic field, including the valuable lessons learned and stories shared d...

8 months ago

41 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Shawn Leek: Running Through Struggles, Redefining Mental Health, and Building Empathetic Communities

Send us a text What happens when a professional golfer trades in his clubs for a pair of running shoes? Meet Shawn Leek, the Mental Health Runner, who found his freedom on the open road. Sean's story is one of transformation, fuelled by personal battles with self-esteem and a relentless quest for fulfilment. Through candid storytelling, Shawn shares how running became his sanctuary, leading to an astonishing 27 marathons, including the extraordinary feat of 7 marathons in 7 days for charity. ...

8 months ago

42 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Maria Bailey: Navigating Grief, Empowering Choices, and Transforming Loss into Healing

Send us a text This episode explores the profound and often unspoken world of grief, featuring Maria Bailey, a grief resolution specialist who shares her personal journey and insights gained from helping others navigate loss. By breaking down myths surrounding grief and discussing practical support resources, this conversation aims to change how we view and talk about grieving. • Maria's journey from public relations to grief support • Impact of COVID-19 on individual experiences of lo...

9 months ago

29 minutes

Everything End of Life.

A Candid Exploration of Life’s Final Chapter with Becky Ricks

Send us a text This episode takes a deep dive into end-of-life care, exploring the unique challenges faced by both patients and families during the last four weeks of life. We discuss markers indicating the dying process, the role of compassionate communication, available support services, and the emotional aspects of caregiving. • Understanding the individuality of each dying process • Discussing the common markers that indicate the end of life • The emotional toll on families dealing...

9 months ago

42 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Dr. Kim Harms: Resilience, Grief, and Building a Legacy Amidst Life’s Trials

Send us a text Have you ever faced a series of unimaginable challenges and found yourself wondering how to move forward? Join us as we sit down with the extraordinary Dr. Kim Harms, whose life has been a testament to resilience and transformation. Born with missing fingers due to thalidomide, Dr. Kim Harms overcame incredible odds, only to face further heartbreak when her bipolar mother took her own life when Dr. Kim Harms was just 17. Despite these early hardships, she achieved her dream of ...

1 year ago

39 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Jules from Treehouse Hospice: Celebrating Life and Joy in Children’s Palliative Care

Send us a text Ready to uncover the heartwarming reality of children’s hospices? Join us as Jules from the Treehouse Hospice in Ipswich, part of East Anglian Children's Hospices (EACH), shares an eye-opening tour of this inspiring sanctuary. Discover how this nature-filled environment busts the myths surrounding hospices by offering vibrant spaces like sensory rooms and lush gardens where children can play and thrive. Our personal reflections in psychiatry highlight how mental health care has...

1 year ago

50 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Richard and Nikki Bowdidge: Transforming Grief into Hope and Action for Young Cancer Patients

Send us a text What if facing unimaginable loss could inspire unprecedented hope? Join us as we welcome Richard and Nikki Bowdidge, parents of the founder of a life-changing charity, a charity born from the heartbreak of their son Tom's cancer journey. Hear their compelling story of transforming grief into action, raising £1.7 million over a decade to support teenagers and young adults with cancer. Discover how they've funded critical research and created welcoming hospital spaces tailored fo...

1 year ago

31 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Clare Montagu: Redefining Farewells with Empathy and Honesty in Funeral Care.

Send us a text Discover the tender intersection of hospice and funeral care with Clare Montagu of Poppy's Funerals, where we delve into how her experiences shape a more compassionate approach to saying goodbye. As we sit down with this insightful CEO, you'll learn about the importance of personalized services for the bereaved and the deceased, the profound effects of family experiences on funeral arrangements, and why empathy and transparency are non-negotiable in this field. Join us for a co...

1 year ago

36 minutes

Everything End of Life.

Dr. Tim Leeson on being a Spiritual lead in Palliative Care.

Send us a text Dr. Tim Leeson joins me, Jason Cattrell, to unveil the layers of his role as the spirituality lead for St Helena. We delve into the essence of conversations in hospice settings, where the focus shifts from spirituality to heartfelt discussions about what the patient wants to talk about. He deftly explains the importance of person lead conversations that only touch on ones spiritual or / and religious questions. As he says "My team and I are not there to preach, we are there to ...

1 year ago

28 minutes