The Journey Together

North West Hospice Charity
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Navigate palliative care with the North West Hospice Charity. We bring you compassionate, practical conversations about palliative care. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or simply seeking to understand more about the end-of-life journey, our series provides real stories, insights, and gentle guidance—one episode at a time. - What palliative care means and how it helps - Emotional support and counselling for families - Legal and financial planning during illness - Hospice care myths and facts - Personal stories from patients and volunteers - Practical advice for caregivers and loved ones

  1. 3 days ago

    At Home With Care: A Public Health Nurse's View

    Supporting People to Stay Where They Feel Themselves Regina Henry is a public health nurse who has spent her career in community care, walking alongside people from newborns through to end of life. In this conversation she speaks about the quiet, layered work of supporting someone to stay in their own home — coordinating the team, noticing the small losses, easing the load on family carers, and respecting that the patient must always be at the centre. Regina describes the public health nurse as a bridge, holding the pieces together between GP, hospice team, occupational therapist and family. Her message is simple: reach out earlier than you think you should, lean on the team, and remember that families are doing far more than they give themselves credit for. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. "It's not about letting things get bad enough or letting somebody get sicker or weaker. It's about asking for help sooner." "We don't expect them to be experts. They're somebody's son, they're somebody's daughter. They may never have signed up to be a carer." "Their own bed, their own chair beside the range. That's where we all want to be." Guest: Regina Henry, Public Health Nurse Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Supported by: MABS : Money Advice and Budgeting Service This podcast is produced by Verver by ⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    At Home With Care: A Public Health Nurse's View

  2. 5 days ago

    Living Well, Day by Day: An OT's Perspective

    Dignity, Independence and Everyday Living Aoiffe McCarroll is a senior occupational therapist with over twenty years of experience across oncology, haematology and palliative care, now dedicated full-time to the inpatient unit at North West Hospice. In this conversation she dismantles the idea that OT is only about discharge planning or equipment lists. Aoiffe speaks about meeting people in the ordinary moments of a day — getting dressed, having a cup of tea, planting a window box, attending a granddaughter's confirmation — and finding the practical, creative adaptations that let someone stay themselves. Through stories of a confirmation outing, a non-slip mat at lunchtime and a father playing football with his son in a new way, she shows how OT protects dignity, identity and meaning right through a palliative journey. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. "What's important to me in a day could be very different to what's important to you, and what's important on a Monday might be very different to a Friday evening." "We're meeting people at their most vulnerable, and it always makes me think it's the small things that matter." "By adding in those three little changes — a non-slip mat, a plate with a lip, a wider-handle fork — this gentleman remained independent with feeding." Guest: Aoiffe McCarroll, Senior Occupational Therapist, North West Hospice Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Supported by: Riverside Hotel Sligo This podcast is produced by Verver by ⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    Living Well, Day by Day: An OT's Perspective

  3. 6 days ago

    Small Movements, Big Meaning

    Rehabilitation, Independence and Everyday Joy Lynn O'Connor is a chartered physiotherapist with 25 years of clinical experience, now working full-time in palliative care at North West Hospice. In this conversation, she pulls apart the misconception that physiotherapy is only about sports injuries and recovery to full function. Lynn explains how physio in a palliative setting is really about meeting people where they are, breaking the things they love into bite-sized pieces, and giving people permission to keep doing what matters — from weeding a metre of garden to wiggling your toes during the ad breaks. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. "There can be little losses every day… but rehabilitation can make the absolute most of the abilities you do have." "Exercise isn't complicated. It's just about moving your bits. Any bits that you have, move them." Guest: Lynn O'Connor, Chartered Physiotherapist, North West Hospice Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Supported by: North West Hospice Charity Shop This podcast is produced by Verver by ⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    Small Movements, Big Meaning

  4. Season 2 Trailer

    Season 2 Trailer: It's Not What You Think

    Meet the people who support you and your family, one part of the team at a time.The Journey Together Podcast Returns September 7th 2026

    Season 2 Trailer: It's Not What You Think

  5. 18/11/2025

    The Heart of Hospice: Stories with Volunteers

    Everyday People Making a Difference In this episode of The Journey Together: Navigating Palliative Care, we shine a light on the vital role of volunteers at North West Hospice Charity. From reflexology to retail, reception to remembrance, you’ll hear heartfelt stories from the people who give their time to support patients and families. Whether you're considering volunteering or simply curious about what it entails, this episode is a moving tribute to compassion in action. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. “People think we’re doing something for others, but we’re getting so much in return. It’s a privilege to be there, to hear people’s stories, to be part of something that matters.” “It’s hard to put into words. You leave feeling like you made a difference, even in a small way. It’s incredibly special. That’s why we keep coming back.” “It might just be making a cup of tea, but it’s everything. One man said to me, ‘You reminded me I wasn’t invisible.’ That really stayed with me.” Guests: Cathy Quinlan, Angela Read, Kevin Glancy, Kathleen McLoughlin Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis This podcast is produced by ⁠⁠Verver⁠⁠ by ⁠⁠⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    The Heart of Hospice: Stories with Volunteers

  6. 11/11/2025

    Understanding Funerals: What to Expect

    David McGowan Explains the Process and Options In this episode, renowned funeral director David McGowan talks honestly and compassionately about what happens after someone dies. With decades of experience, David shares what families can expect — from the first phone call to funeral arrangements, burial versus. cremation, and the healing power of ritual. Together, they explore: What really happens when someone passes, at home, in hospital or hospiceThe emotional and practical decisions involved in arranging a funeralCremation vs. burial: costs, options, and mythsThe spiritual connection between nature and griefHow planning ahead can bring peace to both the living and the dyingThis episode offers reassurance, practical guidance, and soul-soothing reflection — for anyone navigating loss, supporting a loved one, or preparing for the future. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. “It’s not just about a black suit and a black tie—it’s about honouring a life.” “One of the things that can turn a one-hour meeting into three is when no one knows what the person would have wanted…That’s when the fighting starts. I’ve seen families fall out forever…But if the person just mentioned a few wishes… it would have saved all that.” Guest: David McGowan *Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach*⁠ Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Episode Sponsor: ⁠ McCanny & Co Solicitors This podcast is produced by ⁠⁠Verver⁠⁠ by ⁠⁠⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    Understanding Funerals: What to Expect

  7. 04/11/2025

    Social Work Insights on Coping with Loss

    What Grief Feels Like—and How to Cope Grief is universal—but how we experience it is deeply personal. In this episode, hospice social workers Kate and Michelle share honest, compassionate insight into what grief really looks like. They speak about the wide range of emotions and physical symptoms that can follow a loss, the ways grief evolves over time, and how we can support ourselves and others through it. From navigating anniversaries to coping with isolation, this conversation reminds us that there is no right way to grieve—and no shame in needing support. Whether you're walking through grief yourself or want to understand it better, this episode offers gentle guidance and heartfelt wisdom. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. “Sometimes we meet people who are grieving and we only get a snapshot of how they are… they say, ‘I’m fine’—but it can be covering a multitude… And even in one family, everyone will grieve differently. Because your relationship was different. Your love was different. Your loss is your own.” “There’s no ‘moving on’ from grief… but your life can expand around it. You learn to carry it… it becomes part of you—but it doesn’t have to stop you from living.” Guests: Michelle O’Reilly & Kate Hawney Host: Tara Rafter, The Navigation Coach Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Episode Sponsor: ⁠ The Navigation Coach⁠ This podcast is produced by ⁠⁠Verver⁠⁠ by ⁠⁠⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    Social Work Insights on Coping with Loss

  8. 28/10/2025

    Planning Ahead: Wills, Probate, and Peace of Mind

    Practical Legal Guidance with Jacqueline Dunne What do you need to know about making a will, choosing an executor, or documenting your funeral wishes? In this episode, solicitor Jacqueline Dunne shares expert advice on legal planning at end of life—from enduring power of attorney to probate, and how to avoid some of the most common (and costly) mistakes. Packed with real-life stories and practical takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to plan clearly and kindly for the future. Discover The Journey Together, a podcast by North West Hospice Charity. Hear advice, personal stories, guidance and emotional support for patients, families, and caregivers navigating palliative care. “She keeps saying, ‘You know what I want to do.’ But it doesn’t matter how many times she says it while she’s alive. Once she dies, if there’s no will, there’s no record… everything gets divided equally. It doesn’t matter legally.” “It’s peace of mind… the will gives you that. . . Nobody leaves my office after doing a will sad or depressed. They’re always smiling. Their shoulders have dropped down… there’s just that peace of mind.” Guest: Jacqueline Dunne Host: Tara Rafter, ⁠The Navigation Coach⁠ Show music: #mobygratis @mobygratis Episode Sponsor: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Neptune Financial⁠ This podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠Verver⁠⁠⁠ by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠North West Hospice Charity⁠⁠

    Planning Ahead: Wills, Probate, and Peace of Mind
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Navigate palliative care with the North West Hospice Charity. We bring you compassionate, practical conversations about palliative care. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or simply seeking to understand more about the end-of-life journey, our series provides real stories, insights, and gentle guidance—one episode at a time. - What palliative care means and how it helps - Emotional support and counselling for families - Legal and financial planning during illness - Hospice care myths and facts - Personal stories from patients and volunteers - Practical advice for caregivers and loved ones

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  • Creator
    North West Hospice Charity
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © North West Hospice Charity
  • Show Website
    The Journey Together