“How Do You Even Begin?” Talking About Hospice with Empathy and Courage Part 2 with Dr. Leigh Anderson

In this powerful follow-up episode of Better Together, host Steph Cain, President of Our Hospice, sits down again with Dr. Lee Anderson, Medical Director at Our Hospice, to tackle one of the most tender and difficult questions families face: How do you talk to a loved one about hospice care? Together, they unpack real-world strategies for starting these emotional conversations with clarity, empathy, and respect. You’ll learn how to assess understanding across family members, explore your loved one’s hopes and worries, and gently guide the conversation with phrases that build trust—not fear. Dr. Anderson shares insights from VitalTalk training and introduces the “NURSE” framework—practical tools for expressing empathy in moments of uncertainty. This episode is a must-listen for caregivers, healthcare providers, and anyone navigating end-of-life conversations with loved ones. Because talking about hospice isn’t giving up—it’s changing the goal. 📘 Explore tools for compassionate communication: https://www.vitaltalk.org Nurse PDF https://tinyurl.com/42w5w9yr ☎️ To learn more or connect with Our Hospice, visit ourhospice.org or call 812-314-8000.