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b"Join this episode of Eldercare Illuminated to learn more about hospice \\u2014 what is on offer for patients and their families. Not just for cancer patients, hospice services can make the end-of-life experience less scary and more comfortable for everyone involved. A hospice team typically includes family members, a hospice physician, hospice nurse, social worker, aides, chaplain, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.

This rich conversation about how hospice works, when it makes sense to involve a hospice team, and what to expect is eye-opening. A better understanding of hospice makes it easier for families to reach out when a loved one is nearing end of life.

About Our Guest:

Beth Rubio, MSW, LICSW is a medical social worker who has worked with seniors and their families for over 30 years. As a hospice social worker, she has extensive knowledge about end-of-life care and the many aspects of both the patient\\u2019s and the family\\u2019s lives that are enhanced by special attention to social, emotional, spiritual, and medical care. In her day-to-day work, Beth focuses on increasing a sense of wellness, reducing stress, and honoring each individual\\u2019s unique life journey.

Beth has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Saint Michael's College and a Masters in Social Work from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work."