Ep.7: “Art’s Dead”

Wendee Cutler, executive director of the Carolina Foundation for Jewish Seniors, joins Jeff and Carly to talk about caring for the aged, death in the Jewish tradition, talking to loved ones about end of life wishes, and her brother-in-law Art’s final gift to his son. Wendee also discusses the mission of the CFJS, her work with the NCIOM Task Force on Serious Illness Care, and her experience in consultative care and case management.

[02:33] How Wendee developed a passion for seniors

[04:20] The goals of the Carolina Foundation for Jewish Seniors

[07:12] Wendee’s role in the serious illness taskforce

[10:00] Challenges and issues facing senior care

[13:30] Why passwords are huge during death and dying

[19:25] How the pandemic has affected senior care