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Our experts will explain these care options' nuances, provide available resources, and share their experiences, giving you valuable knowledge if you ever need to make a critical care choice.
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Gwen Harris, MA, FT, Geriatric Care Manager, Palliative Care Program at Seniors At Home, a division of Jewish Family and Children's Services
Gwen has an MA in Gerontology and an FT in Thanatology, the study of death and dying. As a member of Seniors At Home’s Palliative Care Team, Gwen specializes in helping individuals who are suffering from a long-term illness and their families.
Chris Ritzo, RN, Outreach Nurse, Mission Hospice & and Home Care
Chris has been an RN for 35 years and has experience working with everyone from newborns to those at end of life. As part of the Outreach team at Mission Hospice, Chris works with patients, families, hospital discharge planners, and physicians in need of information about our Transitions and Hospice programs.