Breda Roche on Hospice Care and Family Experience
What does it mean to truly support someone through the end of life?
In this heartfelt conversation, Breda Roche shares her experiences of caring for her mother, husband, sister, and aunt—all of whom received hospice support. From fears around pain medication to choosing to die at home, Breda offers honest, practical insights that will resonate with anyone walking a similar path.
Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care.
“It wasn’t just for my mother. It was for me—the confidence that I could go and ask any questions: ‘What do I do? What do I say?’…”
“I’ve no fear of dying… it’s just part of life. We’re all going to face it. . . But I’ve seen what it looks like—to do it well. To have people around you… who care, who know what they’re doing, who listen to what you want.
You’re allowed to live life to the fullest… and you’re allowed to die.”
“Choice is really the best word, I would say… the choice to do what you want to do.”
Guest: Breda Roche
*Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach*
Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis
Episode Sponsor: Sligo Cancer Support Centre
This podcast is produced by Verver
