• Ep.5 - Planning for Death in Aged Care with Sheridan and Brian. Plus, Zoe Falster, Mark Aros and Dr. Richard Kane on Fulfilling the Wishes of Loved Ones

  • May 22 2024
  • Length: 40 mins
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Ep.5 - Planning for Death in Aged Care with Sheridan and Brian. Plus, Zoe Falster, Mark Aros and Dr. Richard Kane on Fulfilling the Wishes of Loved Ones

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  • In the final episode of St. Vincent's Care's five-part navigating Aged Care series, the topic of death and end-of-life care is discussed.

    The host, Nicole Lessio, is joined by guests Sheridan, Brian, Dr. Richard, Mark, and Zoe to explore the importance of having conversations about death and preparing for the end of life with compassion and dignity. The guests share their personal experiences and offer advice on how to navigate these difficult conversations.

    "Individuals all have different opinions, but we just had to keep coming back to, well, this is what mum wants."


    - Brian on honouring his mother's wishes while working with siblings and family

    They emphasize the need for open and honest communication, listening to the wishes of the person nearing the end of their life, and planning ahead to ensure a peaceful and fulfilling death. The guests also discuss the emotions and challenges that arise during the dying process and offer support and guidance for families and caregivers. Overall, the episode highlights the importance of having these conversations and the positive impact they can have on the dying person and their loved ones.


    Hosted by: Nicole Lessio

    Produced by: MSQUARE Productions

    Learn more about St Vincent's at https://www.svcs.org.au/
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