154 Life and Stories from the Cemetery: An Interview with Author Sandy Doyle

154 Life and Stories from the Cemetery: An Interview with Author Sandy Doyle In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN, a former hospice nurse, interviews Sandy Doyle, author of 'My Life at the Cemetery: It's Not As Dead As You Think'. Sandy shares her remarkable experiences from her 12-year career in the death care industry. She recounts intriguing stories about managing funerals, dealing with grief, and the surprising aspects of working in a cemetery. The discussion also delves into the spiritual encounters and coincidences she's witnessed, adding a unique perspective to understanding life, death, and beyond. The episode highlights the importance of end-of-life education and offers insights into the profound journey of dealing with loss. 00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer 00:28 Meet Your Host: Marie Betcher RN 00:43 Cloud 9 Care System Partnership 01:27 Interview with Sandra K. Doyle 02:21 Sandy's Career in the Death Care Industry 03:37 Stories from the Cemetery 06:54 The Impact of Grief 09:11 Humorous and Strange Encounters 14:24 Spiritual Experiences and Reflections 19:40 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser sandy doyle-author    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  cloud9caresystem.com,  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  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Marie's Contact [email protected] www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov 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.