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EPISODE · May 14, 2026 · 19 MIN

Choosing the Right Hospice: What Families Deserve to Know

from Life Happens · host Kim Hegwood

"Hospice is designed to be that piece, be the guide and help you be able to just spend time with your family, spend time with your loved one, remove the chaos, spend time with your loved one, make sure that the rest of their life is the best of their life." ~Luke SanchezWelcome to another episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood, where we help Texans navigate the challenges of protecting their legacy and preparing for the second half of life. Today, Kim Hegwood is joined by special guest Luke Sanchez from Concho Hearts Hospice for an insightful discussion on choosing the right hospice and what families truly deserve to know. Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, Kim Hegwood and Luke Sanchez break down common misconceptions about hospice care, outline the crucial questions families should ask when evaluating hospice providers, and highlight the importance of staffing, after-hours support, and dedicated roles like social workers and chaplains. Whether you’re facing these decisions now or preparing for the future, this episode offers vital guidance and compassionate advice to ensure the best care for your loved ones.How to Contact [email protected]: RockstarsanchezPersonal Fb: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ct9zAysUG/?mibextid=wwXIfrBusiness FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H8qvoqrWR/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1Bcsh2Y1EV/?mibextid=wwXIfrBio:Luke Sanchez is a healthcare entrepreneur, operator, and visionary leader dedicated to redefining how care and human connection are experienced in hospice and senior healthcare. As the founding director of Silver Ministry, Luke created a unique organization focused on spiritual engagement, dementia friendly worship services, music-driven connection, and chaplain support for individuals living in nursing homes, memory care communities, and assisted living facilities. His passion has always been rooted in bringing dignity, peace, purpose, and genuine human connection to people often overlooked in the healthcare system.Luke also played a major role in building and operating the North and South Houston offices for Concho Hearts Hospice, helping grow the organization into a respected presence across the region. Known for his leadership, culture building, and innovative approach to patient and family support, he has developed teams and systems centered around one core belief: treat the person, not just the diagnosis. Under his leadership, the organization became known not only for clinical excellence but for creating meaningful experiences for patients, families, and staff alike.What makes Luke’s story unique is that he did not come from a traditional healthcare background. Before entering healthcare leadership, he spent years in completely different worlds, including life as a singer-songwriter and even a sponsored skateboarder. Those experiences shaped the creativity, resilience, communication skills, and entrepreneurial mindset that would later define his leadership style. Rather than following a conventional path, Luke taught himself the skills necessary to build organizations, lead teams, market services, inspire people, and create brands that genuinely connect with communities._______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@yourlegacylegalcareYour Legacy Legal Care 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100 Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880

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