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The Heart of Hospice Podcast

Hosted by Helen Bauer, BSN RN CHPN
Hospice Care
End-Of-Life Care
Caregiving
Palliative Care
Grief
End Of Life Care
Advanced Care Planning
Medical Aid In Dying
Hospice
Caregiver Support
Dementia
Death and Dying
Alzheimer's Disease
Death Doulas
Healthcare System
End Of Life
Mental Health
Patient Advocacy
Loss
Family Dynamics

The Heart of Hospice podcast is dedicated to helping personal and professional caregivers who are caring for someone with serious illness. We're here to provide information and education so people can make informed choices about end of life care.

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During her caregiving experience, author Alexandra Grabbe came to know her mom on a deeper level and found joy in their last days together. Alexandra juggled caregiving responsibilities and managing her business, trying to give her best to both jobs.... more

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Today’s guest Alexandra Dionisio offers an honest look at the work of a pediatric death doula, describing how she has learned to sit with hard truths and face them with an open heart. As the host of the Learning To Say Goodbye podcast, Alexandra is e... more

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Grief expert Melissa Lunardini is featured in this conversation about the potential and pitfalls of AI use in grief care. Being able to leverage technology for grief support can be a huge help, but as with any tech use, that support needs to be safe ... more

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When Kate Christie’s mom chose to utilize VSED at the end of her life, Kate became a caregiver and advocate, never losing sight of role as a daughter. Kate’s mom faced a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and made the choice to use VSED (Voluntarily St... more

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Alexandra Dionisio
Pediatric end-of-life doula; Reiki master; host of Learning to Say Goodbye Podcast
Learning to Say Goodbye Podcast
Episode: Listen to the Heart of a Pediatric Death Doula
Melissa Lunardini
Leading grief and loss expert; Chief Clinical Officer at Help Texts
Help Texts
Episode: Discover How Grief Care is Being Transformed by Technology
Kate Christie
Author of The VSED Handbook, advocate for VSED resources NW
VSED Resources NW
Episode: What You Need to Know About VSED
Jillian Olmsted
Executive Director of The INN Between
The INN Between
Episode: Learn About the Sacred Mission of The INN Between
David Mulqueen
Founder of AnnCare
AnnCare
Episode: Find Help for the Administrative Tasks After a Loss
David Walsh
Founder of HaloCare and former tech executive; caregiver for Beatrice Walsh
HaloCare Group
Episode: Learn How Technology Keeps Seniors Happy and Safe at Home
Shelley Henry
Certified hospice and palliative nurse and the president of the Amity Group
Amity Group
Episode: Back to Basics: What to Know About General Inpatient Care
Barry Koch
Co-founder of TG Beyond and co-producer of the documentary about Allyson
TG Beyond
Episode: Documenting the Final Journey of Hospice Nurse Allyson
Jason Zamer
Co-founder of TG Beyond and award-winning documentary director
TG Beyond
Episode: Documenting the Final Journey of Hospice Nurse Allyson

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Helen Bauer
Host of The Heart of Hospice Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Filled with Wisdom and Heart

    Helen’s curiosity and open-hearted interviewing style makes this podcast a wonderful balance between educational, useful information and insightful, provocative storytelling. She has a natural way of getting to the heart of each topic and encouraging her guests to share their voices for us all to learn and grow from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Button
    United States2 months ago
  • Loved the interview with David Walsh and learning about HaloCare!

    Very inspiring and informative interview about David’s caregiver journey and the Halocare solution.

    Thank you David and Helen !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fred9540
    United States2 months ago
  • A Must Listen for All

    The Heart of Hospice is a podcast that meets one of life’s hardest topics with compassion, honesty, and grace. At some point in our lives, we will know someone who needs hospice care, or we will be the one who needs it ourselves. As a former Hospice RN, Helen brings deep knowledge, lived experience, and a gentle heart to every conversation. Through personal stories from her guests, she helps listeners understand what hospice truly looks like, beyond the fear and the unknown. Her raw honesty, pai... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin Galyean
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Resource for Caregivers!

    The Heart of Hospice podcast is an excellent resource for caregivers and others concerned about end of life issues. Helen Bauer is an insightful, knowledgeable interviewer. The podcast offers a variety of perspectives and delves into issues those encountering Hospice may not foresee. Definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marge's daughter
    United States10 months ago
  • I Love this Podcast!!

    The Heart of Hospice podcast is an incredible resource for anyone working in or touched by end-of-life care. Helen, the host, brings wisdom, warmth, and genuine compassion to every episode. Her thoughtful conversations and practical insights make you feel seen, supported, and empowered as a hospice professional. It’s clear that her heart truly is in this work. Thank you, Helen, for creating such a meaningful space for our community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    omg_okay
    United Statesa year ago

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High-quality conversations that blend personal stories with professional guidance.
A trusted resource for hospice education and caregiver support.
Warm, knowledgeable host; guests provide practical takeaways for caregivers and clinicians.
Compassionate, insightful interviews that make tough topics approachable.

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Listen to the Heart of a Pediatric Death Doula
Q: What should parents know when considering a doula or hospice support for a seriously ill child?
She emphasizes seeking local organizations, hospice support, and the role of doulas as non-medical emotional guides, plus practical considerations like finding pediatric resources online and the value of early planning.
Listen to the Heart of a Pediatric Death Doula
Q: What makes pediatric hospice uniquely challenging and rewarding?
She discusses the ceremonial and emotional complexities of supporting children and their families, the importance of staying grounded, and how energy-work and legacy projects provide new ways to hold space for love and farewell.
Listen to the Heart of a Pediatric Death Doula
Q: Tell me about how you got into pediatric end-of-life work.
The guest explains that her path was sparked by personal losses and a slow, non-linear pull toward helping families cope with grief and say goodbye in meaningful ways, with the pandemic highlighting the need for connection.
How to Manage Death Anxiety With Social Worker Rosie Gaston
Q: What makes a death 'good' from the patient's perspective, and how do clinicians support achieving that?
A good death is defined by the patient's goals and values, including symptom control, presence of loved ones, and meaningfully honoring beliefs and rituals.
How to Manage Death Anxiety With Social Worker Rosie Gaston
Q: How do religion and faith influence death anxiety, and can faith be a buffer or a source of fear?
Religion can both comfort and intensify death anxiety depending on the individual; clinicians should assess how faith affects the person's coping and involve chaplains when appropriate.

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A compassionate series focused on end-of-life care, caregiving, and hospice education. It covers practical guidance for caregivers, medical and emotional aspects of hospice, and personal narratives from clinicians, patients, and families. Episodes frequently explore topics like grief, dementia care, advance care planning, pediatric palliative care, and novel approaches to comforting dying processes, often weaving in expert insights, real-life stories, and resources for navigating difficult conversations. The show stands out for its warm interviewing style, breadth of guest types, and emphasis on dignity, presence, and practical support for both professionals and family caregivers.

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1. Alexandra Dionisio
2. Melissa Lunardini
3. Kate Christie
4. Jillian Olmsted
5. David Mulqueen
6. David Walsh
7. Shelley Henry
8. Barry Koch

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