Episode 119: As a funeral director, the post-loss side of things in deathcare can be tough... Penny gives us the real deal on how it is BEFORE the loss happens. Dealing with crazy families (✔️), weird noises and smells (✔️), financial situations (✔️), and the death RaTtTtLleeEe. ENJOY!
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Show Notes:
(07:45) – Ethics in death care.
(15:32) – How does the dying process REALLY work?
(21:06) – How death anxiety works (Hint: We’ve got a solution)
(38:08) – A not so fun, funeral director.
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Takeaways
- Family dynamics can complicate hospice care significantly.
- Grief can lead to irrational behavior among family members.
- Education about the dying process can alleviate anxiety.
- The death rattle is a common and distressing sound for families.
- Medications like morphine are used to ensure comfort, not hasten death.
- Social media can be a powerful tool for educating the public about death.
- Acceptance of death can reduce anxiety surrounding it.
- Home hospice care presents unique challenges compared to hospice centers.
- Understanding the normal dying process can help families cope better.
- Penny's experiences highlight the importance of compassion in hospice care.
