Episode 11: Wait, What? This Is Hospice?

Our 3-part series on hidden gem resources continues as we sit down with Leslie Katz, Director of Patient Services at the Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network (JHCN). After we share Joanna's wonderful experience with JHCH, Leslie shines a light on their crucial non-medical support for seniors with life-limiting illnesses. She dispels common misconceptions by showing how broad hospice care can be, and how seniors without a hospice designation can still enjoy JHCN's services. The discussion covers everything from managing anticipatory grief to the vital role of social work, spiritual care, and unique life enrichment services like art, music and pet visits. Leslie illuminates their wide-ranging mission and how community donations sustain their essential support for patients and families. For more info and guidance, regardless of your loved one's current status, reach out to JHCN. Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network (JHCN) Website Chapters (00:00:06) - A Ghost Appears in the Elevator(00:01:32) - Caring for a Dementian with dementia(00:02:46) - Seniors with dementia: resources to support their care(00:03:38) - There's a Camp for seniors with dementia(00:04:40) - Jewish Hospice Chaplaincy Network(00:09:15) - Dulcet Songs for Mom(00:11:05) - Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network(00:21:00) - What services can the dementia patient attend?(00:27:47) - Palliative Care in the End of Life(00:35:01) - Seniors in the Care(00:37:45) - Happy Valentine's Day, Joanna(00:39:09) - The Gift of Hospice: Available Resources for Seniors(00:43:33) - A Little Song for Your Mother