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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2026 · 46 MIN

When Hospice Becomes Personal for a Hospice Professional

from The Heart of Hospice Podcast · host Helen Bauer BSN RN CHPN

As a hospice nurse and end-of-life caregiver for her husband, Shari Brase-Smith learned the power of good communication and coordination at the end of life.  Now she devotes her energy to educating the public and healthcare workers about the qualities of good hospice care.  One of her strongest beliefs is the advantage of using word of mouth recommendations when choosing a hospice agency, asking for specific answers about why the agency was a good (or bad) choice.  Shari’s writing books to help caregivers talk to their person when they’re dealing with end-of-life concerns.  Her most recent book is a guide for people who need to talk with a spouse or partner when they’re dying.  What to Say When Your Spouse is Dying: A Compassionate Guide for Love, Grief, and the Final Days provides help with decision making, protecting dignity and closeness in the relationship, and having honest conversations about dying.  Shari brings her personal and professional experience to the book, providing honest, true, and gentle words to use.   Connect with Shari Brase-Smith, MS RN: Website: sharibrase-smith.com Social media:  Instagram  Substack Purchase a book: sharibrase-smith.com Podcast host Helen Bauer is a great addition to your event or conference! For speaking inquiries, send an email to [email protected]. 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

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