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Pearls with Dr. G

At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. GAug 11, 2021

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Pearls with Dr. G

Pearls with Dr. G

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”

Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

***Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube***

Thank you for joining our Season 1 Finale of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!

SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”

Show Segments: Episode 8 – Finale: Pearls with Dr. G

· Intro

· What is Hospice

· Palliative Care

· Skilled Home Health vs. Custodial Care

· How are Home Health and Hospice Paid For?

· Loneliness Because of Illness

· Pain Management in Hospice Care

· Medicare vs. Senior Advantage Plans

· Reach out to us

· Outro

Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.

Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· http://www.curetoday.com/view/palliative-care-a-cloak-of-comfort

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care

Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/

*** THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! SEASON 2 COMING SOON ***

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Aug 11, 202110:34
The Costs - Medicare VS Senior Advantage Plans

The Costs - Medicare VS Senior Advantage Plans

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”


Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

***Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube***


Thank you for joining our 7th episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 7 – The Costs: Medicare VS Senior Advantage Plans

· Intro, Host mention

· Scripture of the day

· Premiums for Medicare part A

· Premiums for Medicare part B

· Premium for Medicare part C

· Reach out to us

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· Does my family understand the difference between Medicare and Senior Advantage plan?

· Do we understand how much we have to pay for these services?

· What do these plans cover?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/


*** NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY MORNING! Listen to our next podcast where we will have a discussion on What is a CLHF- Congregate Living Health Facility! ***

Jun 23, 202120:50
Pain Management in Hospice Care

Pain Management in Hospice Care

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”


Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

***Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube***


Thank you for joining our 6th episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!

*** SHOW MENTION – CAPC: Center to advance palliative care ***


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 6 – Pain Management in Hospice Care

· Intro, Host mention

· Scripture of the day

· Questions from the audience

· Comfort and symptom management

· Recognizing and treating pain

· Pain management scales

· Signs and symptoms of pain

· Emotional and spiritual pain

· Reach out to us

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· How to identify pain.

· Do you understand what pain is when someone cannot speak?

· How can I get spiritual and emotional help for my loved one who is experiencing pain?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care

· https://getpalliativecare.org/

· https://www.capc.org/

. https://www.drugfreeaustin.com/


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/


*** NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY MORNING! Listen to our next podcast where we will have a discussion on the costs of Medicare vs. Senior Advantage plans! ***


https://anchor.fm/attheheartofhealthcare

Jun 09, 202122:06
Loneliness because of Illness

Loneliness because of Illness

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”


Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube


Thank you for joining our fifth episode

SHOW MENTION – DESTINY LONELINESS HOTLINE PHONE NUMBER (831) 337-8469


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com


Show Segments: Episode 5 – Loneliness because of illness

· Intro, Host mentions

· Questions from the audience

· Feeling lonely can shorten your lifespan

· Biggest risk factors for loneliness

· Impact on both psychological and physical health

· Reach out to us

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· Does my family connect regularly with loved ones or friends who are alone?

· Do I understand how harmful loneliness really is?

· Can I do something more to help those with chronic illnesses that are alone?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· https://lokai.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_Pbt3pbm8AIVHB-tBh07FwfzEAAYASAAEgK_k_D_BwE

· Javelin Guidry, Author of Warrior Parent PlayBook #LiveInGreatness https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Parent-Playbook-Utilizing-Greatness/dp/1735931403

· #MandateCAPC https://www.capc.org/ https://getpalliativecare.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyta_8Jfm8AIVZRh9Ch0mqwCbEAAYAyAAEgJddvD_BwE

· Tools for healthcare professionals to become CAPC Designated https://www.capc.org/training/capc-designation/?clickthrough_doc_id=core.contentpage.1176&clickthrough_req_id=Q6Qr0xf0RoOhWW5-edRLXw&clickthrough_query=designation

· https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jgs.16354


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” 

Listen to our next podcast where we will discuss pain management in hospice!

May 26, 202128:11
How are Home Health and Hospice paid for?

How are Home Health and Hospice paid for?

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”

Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604


***Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube***


Thank you for joining our fourth episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!


*** SHOW MENTION – WP3 (Warrior Parent 3) ***


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 4 – How are Home Health and Hospice paid for?

· Intro, Host storytime

· How are Home Health services paid for

· How are Hospice services paid for

· The Hospice benefit under Medicare

· Medicare requirements for Hospice

· Let us know your questions

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· Does my family understand the benefits our healthcare insurance covers?

· Do I understand how to access Home Health or Hospice care if needed?

· Can I have both Home Health and Hospice at the same time?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· https://wp3sports.com/

· https://www.amazon.com/Warrior-Parent-Playbook-Utilizing-Greatness/dp/1735931403

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/


*** NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING! Listen to our next podcast where we will have a discussion on loneliness because of illness! ***

May 19, 202125:38
Skilled Home Health vs. Custodial Care

Skilled Home Health vs. Custodial Care

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”


Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

***Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube***


Thank you for joining us for our third episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!

SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 3 – Skilled Home Health vs. Custodial Care

· Intro, Host discussion points

· Difference between skilled home health care verses custodial care.

· Is this covered by your insurance?

· Understanding what skilled needs are compared to what custodial care is.

· Controversy on why your insurance is not covering your custodial needs

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· Does my family have resources to care for me 24/7 if I cannot care for myself?

· Do I understand how to get the care I need when I am most vulnerable?

· Can I complement Skilled Home Health Care with Custodial Home Care services?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com

· http://www.destinyhomehealth.com


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/


*** NEW PODCAST EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING! Listen to our next podcast where we will discuss how home health and hospice is paid for! ***

https://anchor.fm/attheheartofhealthcare

May 12, 202125:33
Palliative Care. What does that word mean anyhow?

Palliative Care. What does that word mean anyhow?

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”


Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604

Let’s get social! Like & Follow us

@destinyagencyinc on Instagram

@Destiny Home Health, Hospice, & Palliative Care on YouTube


Thank you for joining our second episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!


*** SHOW MENTION – JOY EKPO RN, MSN, PHN AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE ***


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 2 – Palliative Care. What does that word mean anyhow?

· Intro, Host discussion points

· What palliative care means

· Interesting concepts Dr. G learned about palliative care

· The focus of palliative care

· When it is appropriate

· Treatment options

· Benefits of palliative care

· 24-hour communication and visits as needed

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· Does my family and loved ones know the difference between palliative care and hospice care?

· Do I understand how palliative care can help during any stage of illness?

· Can palliative care be provided regardless of a person’s life expectancy?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-meet-our-executives

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/


NEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING! Listen to our next podcast where we will discuss skilled home health versus custodial care!

May 05, 202126:13
What is Hospice?

What is Hospice?

AT THE HEART OF HEALTHCARE WITH DR. G

“A podcast that is unafraid to address current issues

regarding top healthcare needs and concerns.”

Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

(951) 316-9604


Thank you for joining the first episode of At the Heart of Healthcare with Dr. G!


*** SHOW CORRECTION – LUVVIE AJAYI JONES NOT AMANDA GORMAN ***


SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:

DESTINY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE

Home Health: (800) 353-2994 www.destinyhomehealth.com

Hospice & Palliative: (877) 503-8415 www.destinyhospicecare.com

“You will never feel alone when our compassionate staff has you in their hands.”


Show Segments: Episode 1 - Why Hospice?

· Intro, Host bio

· How Hospice started in the US

· Why Hospice is a difficult subject

· Hospice origins

· Why we hate the word Hospice

· Discussion on the importance of end-of-life issues

· Take home points, outro


Exercise: Discussion Questions to Help You and Your Loved Ones

· How would I deal with a terminal illness?

· What are one or two things I can do to assist my family and loved ones in knowing what I want?

· Why are we afraid of the word Hospice and end-of-life care?

· What can I do to make sure I have everything in place?

· What are three things I could share that would make my family more knowledgeable about what I want at end-of-life?

· How can I help my loved one share their end-of-life wishes?


Connect with Dr. G

Ask questions: (951) 316-9604 or Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

Twitter: @DrMamaKai

LinkedIn: Kaishauna Guidry, M.D.


Episode Resources

· Leave a review: Hello@DestinyHospiceCare.com

· For more information on “Loan People Courage” follow Luvvie Ajayi Jones @Luvvie on Instagram

· https://getpalliativecare.org/pearls-for-patients-video-series-explains-how-palliative-care-can-help/

· https://theconversationproject.org/

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-hospice

· http://www.destinyhospicecare.com/hospice-care-what-is-palliative-care


Music

· Intro – Alec Koff “Photoshoot Background Music for Videos”

· Outro – Maya Elizabeth “Come Ye” (listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and more https://www.mayaelizabethmusic.com/

Apr 27, 202137:51