What is Hospice?

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, our host, Gabrielle Crichlow, sits down with hospice expert Jenny Lytle ( @JennyLytleRN ) to explore the often-misunderstood world of hospice care. Together, we unravel the myths and realities surrounding hospice, discussing what it truly means to provide compassionate care for those at the end of life. Jenny shares her insights on the importance of dignity, comfort, and support for both patients and their families during this challenging time. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that aims to demystify hospice and highlight the vital role it plays in the journey of life. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for this essential aspect of healthcare.Who is Jenny Lytle?Jenny Lytle, BSN, RN, is a nurse, coach, speaker, and author of Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse’s Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. With 30 years of nursing experience—19 of those in hospice and end-of-life care—Jenny understands the unique challenges caregivers face. Inspired by her own burnout and personal loss, she developed The BECOMING Method, a practical approach to managing stress and creating sustainable self-care habits. Now, she empowers nurses and other caregivers—working with both individuals and organizations—to reduce stress, prevent burnout, and prioritize their well-being—without guilt—so they can continue making a meaningful impact.You can find Jenny (Updated):On Facebook (personal): https://www.facebook.com/gahjennyOn Facebook (business): https://www.facebook.com/becomingyourbestwithjennylytleRN/In her Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1AzpxKCFaW/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennylytlern/On Threads: https://www.threads.com/@jennylytlernOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-lytle-bsn-rn-682398b/On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JennyLytleRNBy email: [email protected] this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/g9DuUHGy-60Rate this episode on IMDB: ********************************************Follow Gabrielle Crichlow: On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.crichlowOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielle-crichlow-92587a360Follow A Step Ahead Tutoring Services:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astepaheadtutoringservicesOn X: https://www.twitter.com/ASATS2013 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-step-ahead-tutoring-services/On YouTube: https://youtube.com/@astepaheadtutoringservicesOn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@asats2013On Eventbrite: https://astepaheadtutoringservices.eventbrite.com Visit us on the web: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com   Sign up for our email list: https://squareup.com/outreach/a41DaE/subscribe Sign up for our text list: https://tapit.us/cipPJO Check out our entire "Hot Topics!" podcast: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcastSupport us:Cash App: https://cash.app/$ASATS2013PayPal: https://paypal.me/ASATS2013Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ASATS2013Zelle: [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/supportOriginal Date of Episode: August 19, 2025