Learn the Value of the Professional Hospice Aide

Hospice aides hold a special place on the hospice team, bringing their hearts to the hard work of personal care for seriously ill patients.  Kathleen Schrek shares the stories that have inspired her, tested her, and taught her to take care of herself.  As a trained Hospice Aide, Death Doula, and Social Worker, Katie has experienced the full span of working with the dying.  As an individual who has experienced a very personal loss, she knows the cost of grieving.  Katie describes the lessons she’s learned about maintaining healthy boundaries, not only to care for herself, but to protect patients and caregivers as well.  Hospice aides are the backbone of a hospice team, providing personal care that can be as simple as stand-by assistance for a shower, or as complicated as a bed bath for a totally dependent person.   Patients and families form intimate relationships with aides, sharing confidences they would not share with other members of the hospice team.  Aides are often the first witnesses to a change in the patient’s status, injuries, abuse, or caregiver burnout.  Coordinating with the nurse is a big part of the aide’s job. Being clean is part of being comfortable. Connect with HaloCare: Website: halocaregroup.com HaloCare services for healthcare professionals: halocaregroup.com/healthcare-professionals Get more info about HaloCare for yourself or a loved one here Socials:  Facebook Instagram Twitter   LinkedIn Connect with HaloCare by phone at (888) 247-7102  Hospice Navigation Services understands that you need unbiased, expert support to have the best end of life experience possible.  And we believe you deserve to get good hospice care.  If you have questions about hospice care for yourself or someone you care about, Hospice Navigation Services can help.  It’s easy to connect by phone or video. You can book a 30-Minute Navigation Session for just $45 if you’re starting to talk about end of life care.  A 60-Minute Navigation Session for $95 provides for an in-depth discussion, and allows for up to 3 family members to get the same expert information at the same time. Book a session with an expert Hospice Navigator at theheartofhospice.com.  Connect with The Heart of Hospice Podcast and host Helen Bauer Website:  theheartofhospice.com Social media:  Facebook   Instagram   LinkedIn   YouTube Email:  [email protected] More podcast episodes:  The Heart of Hospice Podcast Podcast host Helen Bauer is a great addition to your event or conference! For speaking inquiries, send an email to [email protected].