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Your Care. Your Choice.

Your Care. Your Choice.

Written by: Todd Hayes DPT
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 Welcome to "Your Care, your choice" a podcast brought to you by Community Nurse of southeastern Massachusetts. As a long standing provider in the area, we at Community Nurse have accumulated a wealth of partnerships, resources and wisdom. With these podcasts we would like to pass some of those tools on to you. Over the years we have prided ourselves on continually evolving and developing new and exciting initiatives to better serve you and your families. This podcast is one of the more recent examples. We hope you’ll consider following us regularly as we will cover a wide range of helpful topics and we will be hosting a variety of guests. We are here to provide information to you to help you live longer, better, and on your own terms. Every day, life changes. You may be faced with choices and decisions that you have not had to make before. Some of these choices can be overwhelming. We are here to make it a whole lot easier for you.Copyright Dr. Todd Hayes, PT DPT Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • Episode 8- Hydration, Nutrition and Health: Debunking Myths and Revealing Facts

    Episode 8- Hydration, Nutrition and Health: Debunking Myths and Revealing Facts
    Sep 29 2025
    In this latest episode, Barbara Canuel, Registered Dietition and our host Todd Hayes break down the essentials of nutrition, exploring three major macronutrients—carbohydrates, fats, and proteins—and their roles in a healthy diet. They challenge common myths, like the idea that all carbs are “bad,” and explain which types are actually nutrient powerhouses for your body.

    You’ll learn about the caloric density of fats, why moderation matters, and how to distinguish between “good” and “bad” fats, especially in relation to cholesterol. They also spotlight protein as the body’s unsung hero, sharing why it’s vital to keep protein in your diet and the best foods to get it from.

    Hydration is another key topic: they discuss how much water you really need, debunk common myths, and share tips to prevent dehydration. Plus, we cover the hidden risks of sodium—where it lurks in foods and why it’s especially important for people with certain health conditions.

    Finally Barbara and Todd connect nutrition to specific health issues like congestive heart failure, kidney disease, and diabetes, and address persistent myths around diabetes and the glycemic index.

    Tune in for practical advice, myth-busting, and science-backed tips to help you make informed choices about what you eat and drink!
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    26 mins
  • Episode 7 - Hospice and Palliative Care explained

    Episode 7 - Hospice and Palliative Care explained
    Jul 17 2025
    Guest: Erin Vanderveer, Nurse Practitioner, Community Nurse

    Overview:
    Erin Vanderveer explains what hospice is and helps dispel the myths surrounding hospice and palliative care. She describes the hospice team and their roles, including:
      • Nurses
      • Home Health Aides
      • Chaplains
      • Volunteers and/or Death Doulas
      • What to expect from hospice and palliative care.
    Key Points Discussed/Questions answered:
    • Hospice is individualized and focused on the needs of the patient, representing what we hope all healthcare should be.
    • Eligibility criteria and coverage for hospice.
    • What happens if a patient's condition improves or if they change their mind about hospice?
    • How to have conversations about hospice and how your healthcare team can assist?
    • The myth that all treatment stops when entering hospice.
    • The benefits of not waiting too long to enter hospice.
    • What makes Community Nurse Hospice special?
    • What is palliative care?
    • The differences between palliative care and hospice.
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    34 mins
  • Episode 6 - Heartfelt help - Senior Center Services_1

    Episode 6 - Heartfelt help - Senior Center Services_1
    Jun 9 2025
    In episode 6 of "Your Care, Your Choice," Dr. Todd Hayes DPT sits down with Martha Reed, the Director of Fairhaven's Council on Aging/Senior Center. Together, they delve into the mission of the Council on Aging, exploring how they observe the needs of seniors in their communities and create the programming that they need. Martha shares insights into the various services offered by the Council, including advice on Medicare, technology education and assistance, education on MyChart for accessing medical records, chair yoga, tax assistance, legal needs for elders, grief groups, durable medical equipment, and more. They also discuss how the Council connects people in need with resources, offers social day programs, organizes holiday dinners, and provides transportation services. Martha emphasizes the importance of reaching out to the Council for advice, especially since there is no handbook for turning 65. Tune in to learn more about who can attend the Council on Aging programs and how to get more information about the services they offer.
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    27 mins
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