Redefining Aging: A New Perspective on Hospice

"Every birthday is important, right?" - Stacey Zerban In this episode of Aging Today, Mark Turnbull and Stacey Zerban, VP of Health Services at Friendship Village, discuss the complexities of aging, caregiving, and hospice care. They explore Stacey's journey in healthcare, the traits of effective caregivers, and the differences between transactional and relational caregiving. Friendship Village is a community that celebrates all that life has to offer in retirement years. The people they serve can buy memberships or live on one of our resort-style campuses where they have access to an active lifestyle filled with spiritual growth, security, connection, and adventure. The conversation delves into the importance of hospice and palliative care, addressing common misconceptions and emphasizing the need for early enrollment in hospice services. They highlight the holistic approach to patient care and the significance of education in navigating the healthcare system with an emphasize on the importance of family involvement in advocating for seniors' needs and breaking the stigma surrounding hospice. Learn more about Friendship Village Thank you to our sponsor: Royal Hospice Oregon

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Redefining Aging: A New Perspective on Hospice is an episode from Aging in Portland | Radio Show and Podcast by Matthew I. Snowden.

This episode is 77:22 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2025.

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