Securing a Positive End-of-Life Experience through Planning
Imagine having the power to dictate the quality and course of your end-of-life care, being able to define what 'quality of life' means for you.
This episode explores just that, with expert insight from Suzanne O'Brien, a former hospice and oncology nurse with years of experience in guiding individuals through this deeply personal journey. Dive into the world of advanced directives and the surprisingly non-binding nature of these documents. Discover the power of the POLST form, a tool that can help ensure your wishes are respected when it matters most.
The conversation doesn't stop there. We navigate the significant role your healthcare proxy plays, shedding light on the importance of defining your personal benchmarks for quality of life and establishing clear communication lines with your loved ones. We'll delve into the nine choices advanced directive document, a comprehensive guide that covers everything from who should voice your desires, to the heartfelt messages you want your loved ones to hold onto. Drawing from a poignant tale of a hospice patient, we're reminded of the simple yet profound joys of life and the importance of maintaining that quality until the very end. Let’s journey together into this solemn yet empowering topic of end-of-life care planning.
You are also invited to join the upcoming Live Learning Lab Workshop to explore these topics further.
We dive into:
(04:23 - 05:14) Seeking Legal Advice for Advanced Directives
(08:26 - 10:39) Understanding Healthcare Proxies
(12:43 - 14:39) Defining Quality of Life and Decision-Making
(16:13 - 17:04) Importance of End-of-Life Care Communication
(25:15 - 26:38) Choosing a Healthcare Proxy and Post Form
(29:08 - 30:19) Creating Sacred End of Life Space
(33:34 - 35:16) Redefining Relationship With End of Life
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