The Travelers Guide to Life

Season 5 Episode 4: Reading on the RoadJoin hosts Mary and Linda in an inspiring journey through the pages of some captivating books in this episode of our podcast. As avid readers, they delve into a discussion about their current literary companions, focusing on works that explore the art of seizing life's moments to the fullest. From seizing opportunities to cherishing every experience, they explore the profound messages embedded in these reads. Tune in as Mary and Linda share insights, reflections, and personal anecdotes sparked by these thought-provoking narratives. Whether you're a bookworm or simply seeking inspiration, this episode promises to ignite your passion for living fully.

Season 5 Episode 3: Car Ride ConversationsHosts Linda & Mary discuss a new upcoming project called the "Life Story Project" tune in to hear more about the program and other tips for how to live life to the fullest and create a legacy. 

Part 2 of the discussion between Mary Jones, Hospice Director of Family Support Services and Brother John Youngblood, Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator

Season 5 Episode 1: Holding Hands Walking Each Other Home (Part 1) In this episode Mary Jones, sits down with Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley's Spiritual Care Coordinator, Brother John Youngblood. Together they discuss the importance of Spiritual Care as part of the holistic approach to caring for Hospice patients and their families, meeting their needs and often having difficult conversations. John also talks about his experience as a new member of the team, along with his day-to-day responsibilities and his ideals and approach of implementing spiritual care to meet the needs of our patients or connecting with them with the people in their own faith community. 

Starting Point- In this episode, Mary Jones sits down with current and founding Hospice SLV Board Member Frank McLaughlin to discuss the origin of Hospice care and the early evolution of care in the North Country, Frank also walks us through our organization's starting point and progression over the years.

In this episode, Linda and Mary discuss the details of our recently launched community resource workbook called, "Road Maps for the Journey's End."

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Season 2 Episode 8 - First Aid Kit - In the face of all kinds of loss, how to heal yourself (so you can better care for others).Guest Speaker: Kate Favaro, Hospice Bereavement Coordinator

Season 2 Episode 7- Dead Battery - What you need to know about funerals In this episode, Mary Jones sits down with Chad Green, Funeral Director/ Owner of Donaldson Funeral Home in Massena, and Donaldson- Seymour Funeral Home in Potsdam. This discussion provides an overview of the funeral planning process.  Welcome, Chad to the podcast! 

Season 2 Episode 6 - Dead Battery - What you need to know about funerals In this episode, Mary Jones sits down with Chad Green, Funeral Director/ Owner of Donaldson Funeral Home in Massena, and Donaldson- Seymour Funeral Home in Potsdam. This discussion provides an overview of the funeral planning process.  Welcome, Chad to the podcast! 

Season 2 Episode 4 - Who Is Driving the Car? - Being in control of your healthcare decisions for advance planning  Advanced Care Planning is not about planning for your death. It is about making health care decisions that are right for you. We don’t' consider planning for important health care decisions because that won’t happen for a long time and discussing dying is sad and depressing. At Hospice we have learned over the last 40 years that talking about and planning for serious health issues allows patients and family to spend time with each other making memories and sharing stories until the patient’s last breath.  

Season 2 Episode 3: The teen years are the bridge between childhood and adulthood. As with any change, there is grief to navigate . Here are the key discussion points from todays episode  with Linda and Mary. Adults supporting teens do not assume and lower your expectations.  Teens need support, understanding, a listening ear and boundaries. Encourage teens to create their own coping strategies Thank you to the Potsdam Public Library, for the use of their podcasting studio!