About this episode

Judy Oskam discusses end-of-life communication with Dr. Maureen Keeley, providing insights for those facing the loss of a loved one.

What do you say when someone you love is dying—and you know your time together is limited? In this practical and compassionate episode, Judy Oskam talks with Dr. Maureen Keeley, a leading researcher on end-of-life communication, from Texas State University. Dr. Maureen Keeley offers a research-based framework for anyone caring for an aging parent, supporting a loved one through illness, or anticipating loss. Listeners will learn what matters most in end-of-life conversations and ...

People in this episode

Host: Judy Oskam

Guest: Dr. Maureen Keeley

Topics covered

• end-of-life communication
• grief support
• aging parents
• illness
• loss

Keywords

• end-of-life
• communication
• grief
• support
• loss
• aging
• illness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Texas State University

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